adolescent — a young person who is developing from a child into an adult
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: a young person who is developing from a child into an adult
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌædəˈlesənt/
Example Sentences
- The adolescent slammed his door so hard that the whole house shook like an earthquake.
- During adolescent years, sleeping until noon becomes an Olympic sport.
- The adolescent insisted he was mature enough to stay out late, then forgot his house keys.
adolescent
NOUN[/ˌædəˈlesənt/]
a young person who is developing from a child into an adult
The adolescent joined the school basketball team this year.
The adolescent became more confident through sports.
The adolescent studied under fluorescent lights until his ideas became luminescent with creativity.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'adolescens', the present participle of 'adolescere', meaning 'to grow up' or 'to mature'. The verb is formed from the prefix 'ad-' (to) combined with 'olescere' (to grow).
Breakdown
ad- (to) + olescere (grow) + -ent (one who) = adolescent (one who is growing up)
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📝Examples
“The adolescent slammed his door so hard that the whole house shook like an earthquake.”
“During adolescent years, sleeping until noon becomes an Olympic sport.”
“The adolescent insisted he was mature enough to stay out late, then forgot his house keys.”
“Understanding adolescent psychology is crucial for teachers and parents.”
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