When do you consider a person to be “old”?
Over the years, as life expectancies have increased, Americans have redefined the concept of aging.
With sophisticated medical care, people are now living longer—and healthier—lives than ever before.
It’s no longer unusual for a person to remain active well into his/her 70s and beyond.
In fact, adults who are age 80 and older are now among the fastest-growing populations in the US.
One octogenarian (see definition and hear pronunciation below) who keeps busy in his career is film star and director Clint Eastwood.
This 85-year-old is a prime example of a life well lived!
Cool word question of the day: What would you like your life to be like when you become an octogenarian?
Octogenarian: A person who is age 80 to 89.
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