adult

🇬🇧 UK/'ædʌlt/🇺🇸 US
NGSL 1kIELTSA2

Definitions

v.

To (cause to) be or become an adult

成人、 成虫

n.

A fully grown human or animal

成人、 成虫

adj.

Fully grown

成年的、 成熟的

🧩 Root Breakdown

Root-derived
adto, toward, near
+
ultother
=adult

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The program aims to advance young adults into higher education and careers.

  • 2.

    Most adults recognize the importance of financial planning for the future.

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