adolescence — the period of physical and psychological development from the onset of puberty to maturity
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the period of physical and psychological development from the onset of puberty to maturity
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˌædəˈlesəns/
Example Sentences
- My mom still brings up embarrassing stories from my adolescence at every family dinner.
- During adolescence, his voice cracked every time he tried to talk to his crush.
- The transition from childhood to adolescence can be challenging for both parents and children.
adolescence
NOUN[/ˌædəˈlesəns/]
the period of physical and psychological development from the onset of puberty to maturity
Her teenage years of adolescence brought sudden growth spurts and constant mood swings.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin adolescere, meaning 'to grow up' or 'to mature'. The term etymologically captures the process of growing from childhood into adulthood, reflecting the physical and developmental transformation characteristic of this life stage.
Breakdown
adolescere (to grow up) + -ence (suffix denoting state or condition), forming a noun that describes the state or period of growing toward maturity.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom still brings up embarrassing stories from my adolescence at every family dinner.”
“During adolescence, his voice cracked every time he tried to talk to his crush.”
“The transition from childhood to adolescence can be challenging for both parents and children.”
“She spent her entire adolescence convinced that she was adopted because she was the only one in the family who liked vegetables.”
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