adulthood
The word “adulthood” has 3 syllables: a-dult-hood
It's pronounced as /ˈædʌlthʊd/
What is synonym and antonym for adulthood?
In the thesaurus, “adulthood” has 12 synonyms and 9 antonyms.
Here are synonyms and antonyms for adulthood along with examples of usage in sentences.
Synonyms for adulthood
Antonyms for adulthood
- adolescence
- babyhood
- childhood
- immaturity
- infancy
- minority
- nonage
- toddlerhood
- youth
Meanings of adulthood
- noun
- The state or condition of a human being once it has reached physical maturity, and is presumed to have reached a state of psychological maturity, to wit: once it has become an adult.
- The time period of a human being's majority; the time during which a human being has reached physical maturity, and ending with its death.
Example Sentences
- Entering adulthood comes with new responsibilities and challenges.
- She looked forward to the independence that adulthood would bring.
- Financial planning is an important skill to learn in adulthood.
- The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be difficult for many.
- In adulthood, people often reflect on the lessons of their youth.
On this page you'll find 21 synonyms, antonyms, or another words to adulthood, such as: adolescence, adultness, autumn, babyhood, bloom, childhood, flush.
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