Synonyms for

Adults

Verb / ʌˈdʌlts / / ˈædʌlts / Another word for adults — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Adults are people who are fully grown and are not children anymore.

Synonyms & similar words

adult grownup juvenile grown-ups elders seniors parents guardians teachers mentors leaders bigwigs executives professionals experts specialists veterans old-timers sages gurus

Synonyms by register

Formal

grown-ups elders mature individuals

Informal

grown-ups folks people

Literary

ancients seniors

Antonyms

children infants babies youths minors juveniles

Common collocations

  • adult supervision
  • adult education
  • adult content
  • adult population
  • adult beverages
  • adult film
  • adult life

Word family

noun adult
verb adult
adjective adult
adverb adultly

Usage note

While 'adult' can be used as a noun, it is often considered more formal than 'grown-up'. It is also commonly used as an adjective, e.g., 'adult supervision'.

Example sentences

  1. Adults are responsible for taking care of children.
  2. When you grow up, you will be an adult too.
  3. Adults can vote in elections.
  4. My parents are adults.
  5. Adults can drive cars.

Quotes

  • Adults are just outdated children. - Dr. Seuss
  • There are three methods to gaining wisdom. The first is reflection, which is the highest. The second is limitation, which is the easiest. The third is experience, which is the bitterest. - Confucius
  • Growing old is mandatory, but growing up is optional. - Walt Disney

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