Synonyms for

Grownups

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

Definition

Grownups refers to adults or people who are fully developed and mature.

Synonyms & similar words

juvenile grownup adult adults elderly grown-ups parents grown-ups

Example sentences

  1. 1. Grownups have more responsibilities than children.
  2. 2. My parents are grownups.
  3. 3. Grownups can drive cars.
  4. 4. We should listen to the advice of grownups.
  5. 5. When you become a grownup, you can make your own decisions.

Quotes

  • 1. 'Growing old is mandatory; growing up is optional.' - Chili Davis
  • 2. 'Adults are just obsolete children and the hell with them.' - Dr. Seuss
  • 3. 'Grown-ups never understand anything by themselves, and it is tiresome for children to be always and forever explaining things to them.' - Antoine de Saint-Exupéry

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