Synonyms for

Adolescents

Verb / ˌædʌˈlesʌnts / / ˌædəʊˈlesʌnts / Another word for adolescents — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Adolescents are young people who are between childhood and adulthood, usually between the ages of 12 and 18.

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

youths youngsters juveniles

Informal

teens kids teenagers

Literary

springals wits

Antonyms

adults grown-ups elders seniors mature individuals

Common collocations

  • adolescents and adults
  • adolescents and children
  • adolescent development
  • adolescent behavior
  • adolescent brain
  • adolescent psychology
  • adolescent issues
  • adolescent health

Word family

noun adolescence
adjective adolescent

Usage note

Adolescents refers specifically to the period of transition between childhood and adulthood. It is generally considered a formal term.

Example sentences

  1. The adolescents were giggling and chatting as they walked down the hall.
  2. Adolescents often experience changes in their bodies during puberty.
  3. The school counselor met with the adolescents to talk about their career goals.
  4. Adolescents are just learning to navigate the challenges of social relationships.
  5. The adolescents in the neighborhood organized a charity event to help those in need.

Quotes

  • Adolescence is just one big walking pimple. - Carol Burnett
  • I was an adolescent for a very long time. It wasn't easy for me, but I hung in there. - Jim Carrey
  • Adolescence is a period of rapid changes. Between the ages of 12 and 17, for example, a parent ages as much as 20 years. - Unknown

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