Adulthood: meaning, definitions and examples
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adulthood
[ əˈdʌlthʊd ]
stage of life
Adulthood is the period of life after adolescence, typically beginning around the late teens to early twenties and lasting until old age. It is characterized by physical and psychological maturity, independence, and the assumption of adult responsibilities.
Synonyms
grown-up, maturity
Examples of usage
- Entering adulthood can be both exciting and daunting.
- She made the transition from adolescence to adulthood with ease.
legal status
Adulthood is also a legal status that grants individuals the rights and responsibilities reserved for adults, such as voting, signing contracts, and serving on juries.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Upon reaching adulthood, she was able to vote for the first time.
Translations
Translations of the word "adulthood" in other languages:
🇵🇹 idade adulta
🇮🇳 वयस्कता
🇩🇪 Erwachsenenalter
🇮🇩 kedewasaan
🇺🇦 дорослість
🇵🇱 dorosłość
🇯🇵 成人期
🇫🇷 âge adulte
🇪🇸 edad adulta
🇹🇷 yetişkinlik
🇰🇷 성인기
🇸🇦 مرحلة البلوغ
🇨🇿 dospělost
🇸🇰 dospelosť
🇨🇳 成年期
🇸🇮 odraslost
🇮🇸 fullorðinsár
🇰🇿 ересектік кезеңі
🇬🇪 სრულწლოვანება
🇦🇿 böyüklük
🇲🇽 edad adulta
Word origin
The word 'adulthood' originated in the late 16th century from the Latin word 'adultus,' meaning grown-up or mature. It has been used to describe the stage of life after adolescence for centuries, reflecting the transition to full maturity and independence.
See also: adult.