Infantile

/ˈɪn.fən.taɪl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Characteristic of or suitable for an infant; childish.

His infantile behavior during the meeting frustrated his colleagues.

Displaying a lack of maturity; overly simplistic or naive.

The argument presented was so infantile that it hardly warranted a response.

Relating to infants or early childhood.

The nursery was decorated with infantile motifs to create a welcoming environment for the babies.

From Latin 'infantilis', from 'infans' meaning 'unable to speak'.

infantile antics

Childish or silly actions that are not appropriate for adults.

infantile games

Simple and childish games that are typically played by very young children.

infancy

The state of being an infant; early childhood.

infant

A very young child, especially one less than a year old.

infantile paralysis

A viral disease causing temporary or permanent paralysis, also known as polio.

Acting in a childish manner.

Stop being so infantile and take this seriously.

Being emotionally immature.

His responses are just infantile; he needs to grow up.