juvenile Definition
- 1relating to young people who are not yet adults
- 2immature or childish
Using juvenile: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "juvenile" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The juvenile justice system is designed for offenders under the age of 18.
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She has a juvenile sense of humor.
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The book is written in a juvenile style.
juvenile Synonyms and Antonyms
Phrases with juvenile
juvenile delinquent
a young person who repeatedly commits crimes
Example
He was sent to a juvenile detention center for his involvement in the robbery.
juvenile court
a court that deals with cases involving minors
Example
The case was heard in juvenile court because the defendant was only 16 years old.
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The Harry Potter series is a popular example of juvenile fiction.
Origins of juvenile
from Latin 'juvenilis', meaning 'young'
Summary: juvenile in Brief
The term 'juvenile' [ˈdʒuːvənaɪl] refers to young people who are not yet adults, as well as immature or childish behavior. It can be used to describe the juvenile justice system, juvenile delinquents, or juvenile fiction. Examples include 'The book is written in a juvenile style.' and 'She has a juvenile sense of humor.'
