Demented and Senile

Demented

Demented adjective - Having or showing a very abnormal or sick state of mind.

Senile and demented are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Senile" instead an adjective "Demented".

Nearby Word: dementing

Senile

Senile adjective - Mentally or physically infirm with age.
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Demented and senile are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Demented" instead an adjective "Senile".
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