peers (B1)
noun
Pronunciation: /pɪərz/
Definition
People of the same age, status, or ability as someone else.
Examples
Children often try to impress their peers.
She was respected by her peers in the scientific community.
He felt awkward trying to fit in with his older peers.
How to Use peers
- among peers (prepositional phrase)
- In the company of people of the same age, status, or ability. — "She felt most comfortable when she was among her peers."
- with peers (prepositional phrase)
- In relation to people of the same age, status, or ability. — "He found it difficult to compete with his peers."
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