girlhood (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈɡɜːlˌhʊd/

Definition

The state or period of being a girl.

Examples

• She often reminisced about the carefree days of her girlhood, playing in the fields.

• The novel beautifully captures the challenges and joys of girlhood in a small town.

• During her girlhood, she developed a passion for reading and writing.

Synonyms of girlhood

Words with a similar meaning to girlhood:

• childhood
• adolescence
• youth
• juvenescence

Antonyms of girlhood

Words with the opposite meaning to girlhood:

• womanhood
• adulthood

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