sophomoric

/sɒfˈɒmɒrɪk/ SOF-uh-MOR-ik

Definitions

1. adjective

lacking maturity or perceptiveness; immaturely simplistic or naive

“The film’s sophomoric humor and shallow characters fell flat with critics.”

2. noun

a quality or characteristic of being immature or lacking in maturity

“The sophomoric attitude of the younger generation has become a concern for many older adults.”

Synonyms

  • immature
  • inexperienced
  • naive

Antonyms

  • mature
  • sophisticated