adolescent

Definition

  • n. a juvenile between the onset of puberty and maturity
  • adj. relating to or peculiar to or suggestive of an adolescent
  • adj. being of the age 13 through 19
  • adj. displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity

Word forms

Plural
adolescents

Example sentences

  1. a.

    The adolescent years can be challenging for many young people.

  2. n.

    Adolescents often experience rapid changes in both their bodies and minds.