adults

[əˈdʌlts]

adults Definition

people who are fully grown or developed, especially in terms of their behavior and attitudes.

Using adults: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "adults" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The museum is only open to adults.

  • Example

    It's important for adults to set a good example for children.

  • Example

    The movie is not suitable for young adults.

adults Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for adults

  • grown-ups
  • mature people
  • seniors

Antonyms for adults

Phrases with adults

  • education for people who are past the age of compulsory schooling

    Example

    She decided to go back to school and pursue adult education.

  • entertainment that is intended for adults only, often containing sexual content

    Example

    The city council is considering banning adult entertainment establishments from the downtown area.

  • adulting

    the practice of behaving in a responsible and mature way, often used humorously

    Example

    I don't feel like adulting today; can we just order pizza for dinner?

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Summary: adults in Brief

'Adults' [əˈdʌlts] refers to people who are fully grown or developed, especially in terms of their behavior and attitudes. It is often used to distinguish between children and mature individuals. Phrases like 'adult education' and 'adult entertainment' denote specific contexts where the term is used. 'Adulting' is a humorous term used to describe behaving in a responsible and mature way.