immaturity (B2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˌɪməˈtjʊərəti/

Definition

A lack of developed behavior, judgment, or emotional growth expected for one's age.

Examples

• The manager criticized the team's immaturity when they resorted to name-calling during the debate.

• Growing up often involves leaving behind the immaturity of one's teenage years.

• Her sudden outburst was a clear sign of emotional immaturity.

Synonyms of immaturity

Words with a similar meaning to immaturity:

• childishness
• naivety
• juvenility
• puerility

Antonyms of immaturity

Words with the opposite meaning to immaturity:

• maturity
• sophistication

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