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childishness

[ˈtʃaɪldɪʃnəs]

childishness Definition

behaviour that is typical of a child, especially in a way that is silly or annoying.

Using childishness: Examples

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

  • Example

    His childishness often annoys his colleagues.

  • Example

    She showed her childishness by throwing a tantrum.

  • Example

    The argument was marked by childishness and name-calling.

childishness Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for childishness

Phrases with childishness

  • an attitude or mindset that is immature or naive

    Example

    His childishness of spirit made him believe in fairy tales and magic.

  • actions or conduct that are immature or inappropriate for one's age

    Example

    Her childishness of behaviour was evident when she threw a fit over not getting her way.

  • ideas or beliefs that are simplistic or naive

    Example

    His childishness of thought led him to believe that all problems could be solved with a simple solution.

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Summary: childishness in Brief

'Childishness' [ˈtʃaɪldɪʃnəs] refers to behaviour that is typical of a child, often in a way that is silly or annoying. It can manifest in different ways such as 'childishness of spirit,' 'childishness of behaviour,' and 'childishness of thought.' Examples of 'childishness' include throwing tantrums and name-calling.