Synonyms for

Eldest

Verb / ˈeldʌst / Another word for eldest — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

the oldest of a group of siblings or members of a family

Synonyms & similar words

firstborn oldest firstborn senior primogenitor foremost headmost initial lead pioneer premier principal earliest first front maiden original starting earliest-born first-foaled first-hatched

Synonyms by register

Formal

senior firstborn

Informal

oldest kid first one

Literary

primeval ancient

Antonyms

youngest junior minor least newest

Common collocations

  • eldest son
  • eldest daughter
  • eldest child
  • eldest brother
  • eldest sister
  • eldest of the siblings
  • eldest relative

Word family

noun elder
adjective elder
adverb elderly

Usage note

Eldest is typically used to refer to the person who is oldest within a family or group. It is a superlative adjective.

Example sentences

  1. My eldest brother is the captain of the football team.
  2. The eldest child always gets the biggest slice of pizza.
  3. The eldest member of the family is celebrating their 100th birthday.
  4. The eldest sibling is responsible for taking care of their younger brothers and sisters.
  5. The eldest daughter inherited the family business.

Quotes

  • The eldest son is the heir of the family. - Lailah Gifty Akita
  • I am the eldest and must pave the way. - Henry David Thoreau
  • The eldest and greatest fear is the fear of the unknown. - H.P. Lovecraft

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