adolescents Definition
young people who are developing from a child into an adult, usually between the ages of 12 and 18.
Using adolescents: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "adolescents" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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Adolescents often experience mood swings and changes in behavior.
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The school organized a program to help adolescents deal with stress.
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Many adolescents struggle with issues related to identity and self-esteem.
adolescents Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for adolescents
- youths
- teenagers
- juveniles
Phrases with adolescents
the study of the psychological development of young people during adolescence
Example
She specializes in adolescent psychology and works with teenagers who have mental health issues.
the sexual feelings, behaviors, and attitudes of young people during adolescence
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Parents should talk to their children about adolescent sexuality and provide them with accurate information.
behavior that challenges authority and social norms, often exhibited by young people during adolescence
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Her adolescent rebellion included skipping school and getting into trouble with the law.
Origins of adolescents
from Latin 'adolescere', meaning 'to grow up'
Summary: adolescents in Brief
'Adolescents' [ˌæd.əˈles.ənts] refers to young people between the ages of 12 and 18 who are developing from a child into an adult. They often experience mood swings and changes in behavior, and may struggle with issues related to identity and self-esteem. Phrases like 'adolescent psychology' and 'adolescent sexuality' refer to the study of the psychological development and sexual feelings of young people during adolescence, respectively.
