OVER-THE-HILL Synonyms: 59 Similar and Opposite Words

over-the-hill

adjective

ˌō-vər-ṯẖə-ˈhil

Definition of over-the-hill

as in older

being of advanced years and especially past middle age the overwhelming majority of that rock band's fans are over-the-hill baby boomers on a nostalgia trip

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Recent Examples of over-the-hill In Season 1, Owen Wilson stars as Pryce Cahill, who goes by the nickname Stick, an over-the-hill, ex-pro golfer whose career was derailed prematurely 20 years ago. — Rosy Cordero, Deadline, 7 May 2026 The value of superstars Matthews and Nylander aren’t over-the-hill stars either. — Jonas Siegel, New York Times, 19 Mar. 2026 Robert Duvall played over-the-hill country singer Mac Sledge in Tender Mercies. — Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 16 Feb. 2026 Mike lives a lonely life seemingly devoid of any interiority, working for an over-the-hill crime boss known as Money (Nick Nolte), whom Mike has managed to piss off with his less-than-spotless latest burglary. — Ryan Lattanzio, IndieWire, 11 Feb. 2026 See All Example Sentences for over-the-hill

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Adjective

Two weeks earlier, gangs attacked Fort Dimanche in Cité Soleil, where several elderly residents who were unable to flee their homes were killed.

— Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 3 Sep. 2026
He was also accused of defrauding an elderly patient out of $35,000, according to initial reports.

— Owen Carry, USA Today, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of elderly

Adjective

Also formulated with hyaluronic acid, shea butter, collagen, peptides, and niacinamide, this anti-aging powerhouse remains true to its name thanks to a seemingly endless list of hydrating ingredients.

— Jenny Berg, Vogue, 31 Aug. 2026
Activscience Neck-Firming Cream The lotion is rich in anti-aging ingredients, such as collagen to add plumpness and hyaluronic acid to boost hydration and radiance.

— Clara McMahon, PEOPLE, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of aging

Adjective

Young and middle-aged inheritors are more digitally savvy and activism-oriented than older generations.

— Emma Burleigh, Fortune, 3 Sep. 2026
Most of her clients now are middle-aged men, who often choose deportation over the harsh reality of staying in immigration detention indefinitely.

— Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 3 Sep. 2026

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