Matured: meaning, definitions and examples

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matured

[ məˈtʃʊəd ]

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intransitive

To reach full development or growth; to become fully grown or developed.

Synonyms

develop, grow, ripen

Examples of usage

He matured into a fine young man.
The wine has matured nicely over the years.

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transitive

To bring to full development or maturity.

Synonyms

cultivate, develop, nurture

Examples of usage

She matured her skills through years of practice.
The cheese is matured in special caves for several months.

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describing a person

Having reached full development; fully grown or developed.

Synonyms

adult, grown-up, ripe

Examples of usage

She is a matured individual who handles situations with wisdom.
The film is recommended for matured audiences only.

Translations

Translations of the word "matured" in other languages:

🇵🇹 amadurecido

🇮🇳 परिपक्व

🇩🇪 gereift

🇮🇩 matang

🇺🇦 дозрілий

🇵🇱 dojrzały

🇯🇵 成熟した

🇫🇷 mûri

🇪🇸 maduro

🇹🇷 olgun

🇰🇷 성숙한

🇸🇦 ناضج

🇨🇿 zralý

🇸🇰 zrelý

🇨🇳 成熟的

🇸🇮 zrel

🇮🇸 þroskaður

🇰🇿 жетілген

🇬🇪 დამწიფებული

🇦🇿 yetişmiş

🇲🇽 maduro

Word origin

The word 'matured' has Latin origins, coming from the Latin word 'maturus' meaning 'timely, ripe, early.' It has been used in English since the late 15th century. The concept of maturity has been associated with growth, development, and wisdom throughout history, with the idea of reaching full potential or ripeness.