tinage

/tɪnɪdʒ/

Definitions

1. noun

The state or period of being in one’s teenage years.

“Adolescence is a time of great change and can be a period of tinage, as young people explore their identities and independence.”

2. noun

A style or fashion that is characteristic of young people, especially teenagers, in the early 21st century.

“The music festival was a haven for fans of emo music and the tinage aesthetic.”

Synonyms

  • adolescence
  • teenage years

Antonyms

  • adulthood
  • maturity