Definitions and Examples of adult, old, mature
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
A fully grown person who has reached maturity and is no longer a child.
Example
As an adult, she was able to make her own decisions and take responsibility for her actions.
Having lived for a long time; no longer young.
Example
The old man sat on the bench, watching the children play in the park.
Fully developed physically, mentally, or emotionally.
Example
After years of hard work and experience, he had become a mature and respected leader in his field.
Key Differences: adult vs old vs mature
- 1Adult refers to a fully grown person who has reached maturity and is no longer a child.
- 2Old describes someone or something that has lived for a long time and is no longer young.
- 3Mature refers to someone or something that has reached a state of optimal growth or development.
Effective Usage of adult, old, mature
- 1Describing Stages of Life: Use these antonyms to describe different stages of life, from infancy to adulthood.
- 2Comparing Age: Use these antonyms to compare the age of people or things.
- 3Discussing Development: Use these antonyms to discuss physical, mental, or emotional development.
Remember this!
The antonyms of newborn describe different stages of life. Adult refers to a fully grown person, old describes someone or something that has lived for a long time, and mature refers to someone or something that has reached a state of optimal growth or development. Use these antonyms to describe stages of life, compare age, and discuss development.
