Immaturity

usgb/ˌɪməˈtʃʊrəti,ˌɪməˈtʊrəti/
noun

The state of not being fully developed or grown.

His physical immaturity was clear as he was much smaller than the other boys his age.
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Often appears as...

  • physical immaturity
  • emotional immaturity

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Disapproving

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Physical Growth

Use 'immaturity' to describe someone who hasn't reached full physical development.

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The young athlete struggled with challenges due to his physical immaturity.
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Developmental Stages

Relate 'immaturity' to various stages of growth, not just age.

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Despite being a teenager, her emotional immaturity was evident in her tantrums.
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