Juvenile (Adjective)
Meaning 1
Of or relating to or characteristic of or appropriate for children or young people; "juvenile diabetes"; "juvenile fashions".
Classification
Relational adjectives (pertainyms).
Examples
- The hospital specialized in treating juvenile patients with a range of chronic illnesses.
- Her collection of children's books showcased her talent for writing juvenile fiction.
- The designer's new clothing line catered to the juvenile market with trendy and affordable outfits.
- Juvenile crime rates had been on the rise in the city, prompting concerns among community leaders.
- The organization worked to support the research and treatment of juvenile diabetes through fundraising and advocacy.
Related Words
Meaning 2
Displaying or suggesting a lack of maturity; "adolescent insecurity"; "jejune responses to our problems"; "their behavior was juvenile"; "puerile jokes".
Classification
All adjective clusters.