grizzled vs venerable

grizzled

adj
  • greyed, old 

  • streaked or mixed with grey; grizzly; griseous 

  • grey or partly grey 

venerable

adj
  • Ancient, antiquated or archaic. 

  • Giving an impression of aged goodness and benevolence. 

  • Commanding respect because of age, dignity, character or position. 

  • Made sacred especially by religious or historical association. 

  • Worthy of reverence. 

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