CEFR B2

babyishness

noun

Meaning

The quality or state of being immature, childish, or characteristic of a baby.

Examples

  • His constant whining revealed a surprising degree of babyishness for a man his age.
  • The company's refusal to adapt to new technology was seen as corporate babyishness.

Synonyms: childishness, infantilism, immaturity, puerility