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
- children
- minors
Phrases with adults
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?
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.
