maturity
Translation
maturity, adulthood, due date
Examples
He shows great maturity for his age.
He shows great maturity for his age.
The bond reaches maturity in ten years.
The bond reaches maturity in ten years.
Grammar Patterns
show maturity to demonstrate the quality of being mature He shows great maturity.
reach maturity to become due for payment The investment will reach maturity.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adulthood, wisdom, ripeness; Antonyms: immaturity, childishness
Etymology
From 'mature' + the noun-forming suffix '-ity', which denotes a state or quality.
Memory Tips
Think of it as the 'state of being mature'. The '-ity' suffix is common for qualities (like 'ability', 'clarity').