
Olden
Literary Flavor
Used mostly in story-telling or historical narratives for a nostalgic or romanticized tone.
In the olden times, knights would embark on astounding voyages.
Implies Antiquity
Suggests that the time period referred to is not just old but has an element of ancientness to it.
The castle ruins were a window into olden times.
Emotional Connotation
Can evoke a sense of wonder, mystery or longing for the past.
He reminisced about the olden days and the joys they held.
Compare with
AncientAntiquatedBygoneDateElderFormerHistoricOutdatedPast
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