帮助中心

adult

[ˈædʌlt]

adult Definition

  • 1a person who is fully grown or developed, both physically and mentally
  • 2relating to or intended for adult people

Using adult: Examples

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

  • Example

    Only adults are allowed in the bar.

  • Example

    She is legally an adult at the age of 18.

  • Example

    The movie is not suitable for children, it's for adults only.

adult Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for adult

Antonyms for adult

Phrases with adult

  • education aimed at mature learners, typically beyond traditional schooling age

    Example

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

  • adult content

    content that is intended for mature audiences, typically containing explicit or sensitive material

    Example

    The website has a warning for adult content, so it's not suitable for children.

  • adulting

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

    Example

    I don't feel like adulting today, I just want to stay in bed.

Origins of adult

from Latin 'adultus', meaning 'grown up'

📌

Summary: adult in Brief

An 'adult' [ˈædʌlt] is a person who is fully grown or developed, both physically and mentally. It can also refer to things that are intended for mature audiences, such as 'adult content.' The phrase 'adult education' refers to education aimed at mature learners, while 'adulting' is a humorous term for behaving in a responsible and mature way.

How do native speakers use this expression?