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Definition of adolescence

adolescence

/ˌæd.əˈles.əns/
ad · o · les · cence
Plural:adolescences
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Adjective:adolescent
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adolescence Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The transitional stage of physical and psychological development between childhood and adulthood, typically beginning at puberty and extending through the teenage years.

Example

"During adolescence, teenagers experience rapid physical growth alongside significant emotional and social changes."

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• Rhymes for adolescence

• Nearby Words

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adobe
adobo
adolescence
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adolescently
adolf

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the 15th century from Old French adolescence, from Latin adolescentia, derived from adolescere ('to grow up'), which combines ad- ('to') and alescere ('to grow, be nourished').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Adolescence. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/adolescence
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