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hoary

adjective

/ˈhɔːri/

Meaning

gray or white with age; very old and respected

The hoary oak tree stood as a witness to centuries of history.

gray, aged, ancient, venerable

youthful, fresh

hoary head, hoary myth, hoary tradition

Not restricted or hampered; free and unrestricted.

not showing or feeling nervousness, anger, or other strong emotions

Something difficult or impossible to estimate, assess, or understand

showing no pity or compassion; cruel

bad-tempered and combative; stubborn

Relating to a person’s feelings, or easily affected by them.