maturity
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/məˈtʃʊrəti/
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/məˈtʃʊərəti/
Thinking and acting like a sensible adult
Her maturity was clear when she calmly solved the problem.
Being fully grown or developed
The animals reach maturity after one year.
Skill that grows with time and practice
His paintings show great maturity in technique.
When an investment is ready to be paid back
The bond reaches maturity in five years.