adultish

Meanings

• Adjective

  Displaying behaviors or characteristics typical of adults but not yet fully mature or responsible.

  - "His behavior was adultish when he stayed out late and drank too much."
  - "Despite her adultish actions, she was only 18 years old."

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Variants

List of all variants of adultish that leads to same result
adult , adulted , adulting , adults

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Etymology

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The term 'adultish' is derived from 'adult' and is used to describe behaviors or characteristics that are typical of adults but may not be fully mature or responsible.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'adultish' was first used in the early 20th century to describe the behavior of adolescents.

2. In some cultures, adultish behavior is celebrated as a rite of passage into adulthood.

3. The opposite of adultish is 'juvenile'.

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Related Concepts

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1. adolescence: The period of development between childhood and adulthood, during which an individual experiences physical and emotional changes and develops independence and responsibility.

2. maturity: The state of being fully grown or developed, characterized by the ability to make responsible decisions and handle adult responsibilities.

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Culture

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In literature, adultish behavior is often portrayed as a coming-of-age or transitional phase between childhood and adulthood. In art and music, it can represent a sense of freedom and rebellion against societal norms.

How to Memorize "adultish"

1. visualize
   

   - Visualize a person behaving in a way that is typical of adults but not yet fully mature or responsible.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the word 'adultish' with behaviors or characteristics that are typical of adults but not yet fully mature or responsible.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Create a mnemonic using the acronym A-D-U-L-T-I-S-H: Adult-like, Underdeveloped, Lacking, Temporary, Immature, Self-centered, and Hormonal.

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