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Supercentenarians

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Supercentenarians are individuals who have reached the age of 110 years or more, representing a particularly rare and remarkable achievement in human longevity. Unlike centenarians, who have lived to see their 100th birthday, supercentenarians push the boundaries of life expectancy even further.

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