Centenarian
(noun)
A person who has reached or passed their one hundredth birthday.
Origin:
From the latin centum 'hundred' + -arian, referring to a person who has lived for one hundred years.
Examples:
- The centenarian was a respected member of the community, and was honored for her long life and wisdom.
- The centenarian was a lively and energetic woman who still enjoyed dancing and singing at the age of 100.
- The centenarian was the oldest person in her neighborhood, and was loved and admired by everyone who knew her.
- The centenarian was a proud and independent woman who had lived through two world wars and many other major historical events.
- The centenarian was a true survivor, and had overcome many challenges and hardships throughout her life.