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infantil — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • boyish adjective Resembling or characteristic of a boy in appearance or manner.
  • childish adj Behaving in an immature way, typically expected only of a child.
  • immature adj Behaving in a childish or emotionally undeveloped way.
  • silly adjective Foolish or lacking good sense; done or said in a way that invites laughter.

Senses

infantil is used for these senses in English:

  • boyish Like a stereotypical boy in appearance or demeanor.
  • childish Immature in thought or behaviour.
  • childish Suitable for or expected of a child.
  • immature Childish in behavior; juvenile. [from 20th c.]
  • silly (cricket, of a fielding position) Very close to the batsman, facing the bowler; closer than short.

Related Portuguese words