mature
Meaning
To mature, in a developmental context, refers to the process by which an individual or entity reaches a state of full growth, sophistication, or readiness, often characterized by the acquisition of advanced skills, knowledge, or emotional intelligence, ty
💡 While "mature" can refer to physical growth, in academic discourse it often emphasizes cognitive and emotional development, distinguishing it from mere aging.
Example Sentences
Word in Context
When
Lena
started
the
internship
,
she
felt
uncertain
about
making
decisions
on
her
own
.
Her
supervisor
encouraged
her
to
observe
carefully
and
let
her
judgment
mature
before
taking
responsibility
for
projects
.
At
first
she
consulted
colleagues
for
every
minor
detail
,
but
gradually
she
learned
to
weigh
options
and
trust
her
instincts
.
By
the
end
of
the
year
,
clients
complimented
her
calm
approach
and
clear
explanations
,
which
reflected
steady
professional
growth
.
She
still
reviewed
difficult
cases
with
a
mentor
,
yet
she
now
approached
each
challenge
with
confidence
and
a
sense
of
perspective
.
Common Phrases
mature understanding
mature decision-making
mature perspective
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