CEFR B2

mature

adjective, verb

Meaning

Having reached a final or developed state, showing characteristics of adulthood, such as responsibility and good judgment.

Examples

She's only 16, but she's very mature for her age.
The company has matured into a leading global brand.

Synonyms: adult, developed, sensible, seasoned

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mature (B2)

adjective, verb

Pronunciation: /məˈtʃʊər/

Definition

Having reached a final or developed state, showing characteristics of adulthood, such as responsibility and good judgment.

Examples

She's only 16, but she's very mature for her age.
The company has matured into a leading global brand.
He needs to mature and stop acting like a child.

How to Use mature

mature into (phrasal verb): To develop and become mature or fully developed over time. — "The small startup has matured into a major competitor in the industry."
mature for (prepositional phrase): Showing qualities of adulthood or development at an earlier stage than expected. — "She seems very mature for her 12 years."

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