Puerile: meaning, definitions and examples

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puerile

 

[ หˆpjสŠษ™raษชl ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

behavior, attitude

Puerile refers to behavior that is childishly silly or trivial. It suggests a lack of seriousness or maturity, often associated with actions or remarks that are considered immature. This term can be used to describe comments or content that fails to meet the expected adult standards of sophistication or relevance. In discussions, puerile behavior can detract from the credibility of individuals who exhibit such traits.

Synonyms

childish, frivolous, immature, juvenile, silly

Examples of usage

  • His puerile jokes didn't impress the adults at the party.
  • The puerile debate failed to address the real issues.
  • Her puerile antics made her the center of attention, albeit for the wrong reasons.

Translations

Translations of the word "puerile" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น pueril

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคฌเคพเคฒเคฟเคถ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช kindisch

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ kekanak-kanakan

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธั‚ัั‡ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dziecinny

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ๅนผ็จšใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท puรฉril

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ pueril

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท รงocukรงa

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์œ ์น˜ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุทููˆู„ูŠ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ dฤ›tinskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ detinskรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๅนผ็จš็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ otroลกki

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ barnalegur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑะฐะปะฐะปั‹า›

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ‘แƒแƒ•แƒจแƒ•แƒฃแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ uลŸaqcasฤฑna

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ pueril

Etymology

The word 'puerile' originates from the Latin word 'puerilis', which means 'of a boy' or 'childish'. This Latin term derives from 'puer', meaning 'boy' or 'child'. The usage of 'puerile' in English dates back to the 17th century, where it was primarily used to describe characteristics or behavior suitable for children. Over time, the word acquired a more negative connotation, being used to characterize actions or remarks that are not only childish but also lacking in seriousness or depth. The evolution of the term reflects societal views on maturity and the importance of adult behavior in serious discussions and contexts.

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #25,378, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.