infantive

/ɪnˈfæntaɪl/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or characteristic of an infant, especially in a physical or mental sense

“The infantile behavior of the character in the movie was a subject of amusement for the audience.”

2. noun

a quality or characteristic of an infant

“The infantile nature of the child’s tantrum was evident in its refusal to calm down.”

Synonyms

  • childlike
  • juvenile

Antonyms

  • adult
  • mature