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childishness

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Noun — Immature behavior or an immature way of acting.

Synonyms

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Etymology

Formed from "childish" plus the noun-forming suffix -ness.

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What does “childishness” mean?

The word “childishness” means immature behavior or an immature way of acting. In plain terms, the quality of acting immaturely, like a child, in a way that's usually seen as unfitting for an adult.

How do you pronounce “childishness”?

“Childishness” is pronounced CHYLD-ihsh-nuhs (/ˈt͡ʃaɪld.ɪʃ.nəs/ in IPA).

How do you use “childishness” in a sentence?

Here is “childishness” used in a sentence: “His childishness during the negotiation frustrated everyone at the table.”

What part of speech is “childishness”?

“Childishness” is a noun.

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