adj
puerile
Puerile (adj) means behaving in a childish, silly way.
adj
1
Behaving in a childish, silly way.
2
Typical of, or relating to, a boy or boys.
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Etymology
Came from Latin puerīlis (“childish”), from puer (“child, boy”); by surface analysis, puer plus -ile.
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What is the meaning of puerile?
"puerile" (adj) means behaving in a childish, silly way.
What is another word for puerile?
Other words for "puerile" include jejune, juvenile, adolescent.
What is the opposite of puerile?
The opposite of "puerile" is mature.
What are the different meanings of puerile?
"puerile" has 2 main meanings: 1. Behaving in a childish, silly way; 2. Typical of, or relating to, a boy or boys.
