maturity synonyms

maturity

n.

  1. Mental competence

    development, sophistication, cultivation, culture, civilization, advancement, mental power, mentality, capability; see also ability 1, 2.

    Antonyms immaturity, childishness, adolescence.

  2. Physical development

    prime of life, post-pubescence, adulthood; see majority 2.

  3. Ripeness

    readiness, mellowness, fitness, full growth, sweetness; see also development 2.

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