Meaning & Definition of word "Maturity"

Maturity

/məˈtʃʊr.ɪ.ti/

1. The state of being fully developed or grown, physically or mentally.
- Example: His maturity in handling difficult situations impressed everyone.
2. The period in which something reaches its full development.
- Example: The maturity of the plant takes about three years.
3. The quality of behaving in a sensible and responsible way.
- Example: She showed great maturity by acknowledging her mistakes.
4. In finance, the time when a financial instrument or contract becomes due for payment.
- Example: The bonds will reach maturity in ten years.
5. The final stage of development in the life cycle of an organism.
- Example: The maturity of the butterfly occurs after it emerges from the chrysalis.

●From Latin 'maturitas' meaning 'ripeness, maturity, or adultness'.

emotional maturity:

The ability to understand and manage one's emotions effectively.

maturity date:

The date on which an investment or financial instrument becomes due.

mature content:

Material that is appropriate for older audiences due to its themes or language.

adult:

A person who is fully grown or developed.

mature:

Fully developed in body or mind.

ripen:

To reach the stage of development where something is ready for use or consumption.

Meaning: Grown-up

● Example Sentence: You need to act like a grown-up when dealing with these issues.

Meaning: Level-headed

● Example Sentence: You really need to be more level-headed about your decisions.