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dotage

/ˈdəʊtɪdʒ/ /ˈdoʊtɪdʒ/

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noun

Decline in judgment and other cognitive functions, associated with aging; senility.

Examples :

""My grandfather's opinions on modern technology are often unrealistic and confused, suggesting he might be entering his dotage." "

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noun

Fondness or attentiveness, especially to an excessive degree.

Examples :

"The grandfather's dotage on his youngest granddaughter was evident in the way he constantly bought her sweets and fussed over her every need. "

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noun

Foolish utterance(s); drivel.

Examples :

"Grandfather's dotage about the best way to grow tomatoes was quite confusing. "

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