young Definition
- 1having lived or existed for only a short time
- 2in the early part of life or growth; not old
- 3relating to or consisting of young people
Using young: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "young" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
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She is a young girl with a bright future ahead of her.
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The company is looking for young and dynamic professionals.
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I have fond memories of my young days.
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The young generation is more tech-savvy than the older one.
young Synonyms and Antonyms
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Phrases with young
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Despite being in her seventies, she is still young at heart and loves to travel.
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He is young and restless, always looking for new challenges and adventures.
young blood
new and energetic people who bring fresh ideas and perspectives
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The company needs some young blood to inject new life into its operations.
Origins of young
from Old English 'geong', meaning 'youthful, young'
Summary: young in Brief
The term 'young' [jʌŋ] refers to something that has existed for only a short time, or someone who is in the early part of life or growth. It can also relate to or consist of young people. Examples include 'She is a young girl with a bright future ahead of her,' and 'The young generation is more tech-savvy than the older one.' Phrases like 'young at heart' denote a youthful outlook, while 'young blood' refers to new and energetic people.
