Maturity

/məˈtʃʊr.ɪ.ti/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state of being fully developed or grown, physically or mentally.

His maturity in handling difficult situations impressed everyone.

The period in which something reaches its full development.

The maturity of the plant takes about three years.

The quality of behaving in a sensible and responsible way.

She showed great maturity by acknowledging her mistakes.

In finance, the time when a financial instrument or contract becomes due for payment.

The bonds will reach maturity in ten years.

The final stage of development in the life cycle of an organism.

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.

Grown-up

You need to act like a grown-up when dealing with these issues.

Level-headed

You really need to be more level-headed about your decisions.