adolescence
Translation
teenage years, youth, puberty
Examples
Adolescence can be a difficult time for many.
Adolescence can be a difficult time for many.
He spent his adolescence in a small town.
He spent his adolescence in a small town.
Grammar Patterns
((adolescence)) the period of life between childhood and adulthood. Adolescence can be a difficult time for many.
Similar Words
Synonyms: teenage years, youth, puberty; Antonyms: childhood, adulthood
Etymology
From Latin 'adolescere' (to grow up), from 'ad-' (to) + 'alescere' (to be nourished, grow).
Memory Tips
Think of 'add lessons' - it's the time in life when you add a lot of life lessons.