Examples of “maturity” in a Sentence

noun The state of being fully grown or developed, especially in emotional or mental terms.

• Dealing calmly with criticism is a sign of emotional maturity.
• The teacher was impressed by the maturity of her youngest student's questions.
• He showed real maturity in how he apologized after the argument.

noun The point at which a loan, bond, or other financial obligation becomes due for repayment.

• You will receive the full amount when the savings plan reaches maturity.
• If you cash in the loan before maturity, the bank may charge a fee.
• The bond reaches maturity next January, when the investor gets back the full principal.