Pubescent

usgb/pjuːˈbesnt/
adjective

Relating to or in the time of puberty, when a person's body changes into an adult's.

Pubescent teenagers often feel awkward and self-conscious.
Visual representation of "pubescent" - Relating to or in the time of puberty, when a person's body changes into an adult's.

Often appears as...

  • pubescent boys
  • pubescent girls

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Puberty Stage

Use 'pubescent' to describe people, typically in their teens, experiencing bodily and hormonal changes.

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The school's health class teaches pubescent students about their developing bodies.
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Awkward Phase

'Pubescent' often implies the awkwardness or emotional turbulence associated with this development stage.

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Many pubescent children struggle with self-esteem due to the rapid changes they undergo.
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Sensitive Topic

Be mindful that discussing someone's 'pubescent' stage can be personal and sensitive.

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The teacher approached the topic of pubescent changes with care to avoid embarrassing the students.
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