Juvenility: meaning, definitions and examples

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juvenility

 

[ หŒdส’uหvษ™หˆnษชlษ™ti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in psychology

The state or quality of being young or youthful. Juvenility is often associated with energy, vitality, and curiosity.

Synonyms

freshness, vitality, youth, youthfulness.

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Word Description / Examples
juvenility

This term is usually used in a more formal or scientific context to discuss the state of being young, especially referring to the physiological and biological characteristics of youth.

  • His juvenility was evident in his swift recovery from the illness.
  • The study focused on the juvenility and growth patterns of various mammals.
youthfulness

Youthfulness often refers to the qualities or state of being young, and can be used to describe someone who has a youthful appearance or attitude, regardless of actual age.

  • Her youthfulness made her extremely popular among her peers.
  • Despite being in his forties, he maintained a remarkable youthfulness.
youth

This is a general term for the period of life when someone is young, typically used in everyday conversation. It can also refer to young people collectively.

  • In his youth, he dreamed of becoming an astronaut.
  • The youth of today are more technologically savvy than previous generations.
freshness

This word is often used to describe things that are new, clean, or revitalized, and can refer to both inanimate and animate subjects.

  • The freshness of the morning air was invigorating.
  • Her ideas brought a certain freshness to the project.
vitality

Use this word to describe a person's physical or emotional energy and exuberance. It often implies a sense of being full of life and energy.

  • Despite his age, he has a remarkable vitality.
  • The child's vitality was infectious, spreading joy to everyone around.

Examples of usage

  • Her juvenility was evident in her enthusiasm for trying new things.
  • The juvenility of the team was reflected in their playful approach to the project.
Context #2 | Noun

in biology

The period or state of immaturity or youth, especially in animals. Juvenility is a stage of development characterized by rapid growth and learning.

Synonyms

adolescence, immaturity, youth.

Examples of usage

  • The juvenility of the bird was evident in its colorful plumage.
  • During juvenility, the animal is more susceptible to environmental influences.

Translations

Translations of the word "juvenility" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น juventude

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฏเฅŒเคตเคจ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Jugend

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ masa muda

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะผะพะปะพะดั–ัั‚ัŒ

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ mล‚odoล›ฤ‡

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ่‹ฅใ•

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท jeunesse

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ juventud

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท genรงlik

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ Š์Œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุงู„ุดุจุงุจ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ mlรกdรญ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ mladosลฅ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้’ๆ˜ฅ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ mladost

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รฆska

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะถะฐัั‚ั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒแƒฎแƒแƒšแƒ’แƒแƒ–แƒ แƒ“แƒแƒ‘แƒ

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ gษ™nclik

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ juventud

Etymology

The word 'juvenility' originates from the Latin word 'juvenilitas', meaning youth. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe the state of being young or youthful. Juvenility is often associated with energy, vitality, and the characteristics of youthfulness.

See also: juveniles.