adulthood
0 antonyms and opposites of adulthood, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The state or period of being an adult.
How to use adulthood
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From adult + -hood.
Full origin of adulthood →Frequently asked questions
What does “adulthood” mean?
The word “adulthood” means the state or period of being an adult. In plain terms, the stage of life once someone is grown up.
How do you use “adulthood” in a sentence?
Here is “adulthood” used in a sentence: “She reflected on how much she'd changed since entering adulthood.”
What part of speech is “adulthood”?
“Adulthood” is a noun.
Is “adulthood” a common word?
“Adulthood” is an uncommon word in modern English.
What is the difference between "adulthood" and "maturity"?
"Adulthood" refers to the state or period of being an adult, essentially a stage of life, while "maturity" refers to the quality of being fully developed emotionally or mentally, which someone can lack even as an adult.
Is "adulthood" the same as "coming of age"?
"Coming of age" describes the transition or moment of becoming an adult, while "adulthood" describes the resulting state or period of being an adult that follows that transition.
Does "adulthood" refer to one specific age?
The definition describes adulthood simply as the state or period of being an adult, without tying it to one fixed age, since the boundary between adolescence and adulthood can vary by context.