What is another word for adult?

Common synonyms for adult include pornographic, grown, grownup, juvenile, big.

What is the opposite of adult?

Antonyms of adult include child, infant, baby, minor, youth.

Synonyms for

Adult

Noun / ʌˈdʌlt / / ˈædʌlt / Another word for adult — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

A person who is fully grown or developed.

Synonyms & similar words

pornographic grown grownup juvenile big fullgrown fullygrown grown-up mature full-grown ripe experienced seasoned knowledgeable sophisticated wise senior elderly older matured developed established settled serious responsible reliable trustworthy

Synonyms by register

Formal

mature fully developed grown-up

Informal

grown-up big kid old enough

Literary

man woman person

Antonyms

child infant baby minor youth juvenile

Common collocations

adult supervision
adult education
adult content
adult population
adult beverage
adult film
adult learner

Word family

noun adult

adjective adult

Usage note

While 'adult' can refer to any fully grown individual, it is often used in contrast to 'child' or 'minor', particularly in legal or social contexts. It can also be used to describe something intended for or pertaining to adults.

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