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mature

Pronunciation: [/məˈt͡ʃʊ(ə)ɹ/]

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mature: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use mature in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “person”

(adjective) fully developed physically, emotionally, and intellectually. When someone is grown up and responsible, we say they are mature.

Example

She is a very mature student who always completes her assignments on time.

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He still acts childish and irresponsible, not very mature for his age.

Example

Do you think you are mature enough to handle this responsibility?

Context: “food”

(adjective) fully developed in flavor or ready to eat. When food has reached its best taste or ripeness, it's mature.

Example

The cheese had a mature flavor that was tangy and rich.

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The fruit wasn't mature yet, so it was still hard and sour.

Example

How can you tell when a piece of fruit is mature enough to eat?

Context: “person”

(verb) to grow and develop into an adult or responsible individual. When someone matures, they become more grown up and experienced.

Example

As he went through college, he began to mature and take on more responsibilities.

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She refused to mature and continued to act like a child even as she grew older.

Example

What experiences help a person mature and become more responsible?

How to pronounce mature

Pronunciation: [/məˈt͡ʃʊ(ə)ɹ/]

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