adultoid
|a-dult-oid|
C1
/əˈdʌltɔɪd/
resembles an adult
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adultoid' originates from English, combining 'adult' with the suffix '-oid,' where 'adult' refers to a mature person and '-oid' means 'resembling or like.'
Historical Evolution
'adult' combined with the suffix '-oid' to form 'adultoid,' indicating a resemblance to an adult without fully being one.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'resembling an adult,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'a person who appears adult-like but lacks maturity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
a person who appears to be an adult but lacks the maturity or responsibility typically associated with adulthood.
Despite his age, he acted like an adultoid, shirking responsibilities.
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Last updated: 2025/05/14 10:21