MATURITY Synonyms: 40 Similar and Opposite Words

maturity

noun

mə-ˈchu̇r-ə-tē

as in adulthood

the state of being fully grown or developed people are legally considered to have reached maturity at the age of 18 in the United States

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as in age

the state of being an old person special senior citizen discounts are one advantage of maturity

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Recent Examples of maturity Why did Spirit Airlines file for bankruptcy? Spirit Airlines filed for bankruptcy protection in November after struggling with a long run of quarterly losses, failed merger attempts and looming debt maturities. —

Zach Wichter, The Indianapolis Star, 2 Dec. 2024 This song is exactly about that, adding a level of catharsis and laudable maturity to his catalog. —

Preezy Brown, VIBE.com, 22 Nov. 2024 The adult Simba, Jeremy Noel, is athletic and affable but also shows maturity and responsibility. —

Christopher Arnott, Hartford Courant, 21 Nov. 2024 According to Elle Vet Sciences smaller breeds reach maturity much earlier than bigger ones. —

Yaakov Katz, Newsweek, 27 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for maturity