youth

/jʌθ/

Definitions

1. noun

the state or quality of being young; youthfulness

“The energy and idealism of youth can be a powerful force for change.”

2. noun

young people collectively; the young generation

“The youth of the city were instrumental in organizing the music festival.”

3. noun

a period of life between childhood and maturity; adolescence

“The challenges of youth can be difficult to navigate, but support systems are available.”

4. noun

a young person, especially one between 13 and 19 years old

“The youth center offers after-school programs for young people.”

5. noun

a young person or animal in its early stage of development

“The youth of a tree is its initial growth stage, when it is most vulnerable to disease and pests.”

6. verb

to make or become younger

“The new exercise routine helped her youth herself by several years.”

7. verb

to make or cause something to seem younger or more youthful

“The designer tried to youth the look of the old-fashioned furniture by adding modern accessories.”

8. verb

to make or cause something to be in a state of youth or adolescence

“The city’s urban planning aims to youth the community by incorporating more green spaces and recreational areas.”

Synonyms

  • adolescence
  • immaturity
  • juvenility
  • youthfulness

Antonyms

  • maturity
  • old age