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Definition of adulthood

adulthood

/əˈdʌlt.hʊd/
a · dult · hood
Plural:adulthoods
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Adjective:adult
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• noun

1

The state or period of being fully grown, mature, and legally responsible.

Example

"Transitioning from adolescence into adulthood brings both greater personal freedom and financial responsibility."

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• Rhymes for adulthood

• Nearby Words

adulteress
adulterous
adultery
adulthood
adulting
adultlike
adultness

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed in the mid-19th century from 'adult' (from Latin 'adultus', the past participle of 'adolescere', meaning 'to grow up') combined with the native English suffix '-hood' (from Old English '-had', denoting state or condition).

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