MATURE
Scrabble letter values: M3A1T1U1R1E1 = 8
Definition
- adjective characteristic of maturity.
- adjective fully considered and perfected. — synonyms: matured
- adjective having reached full natural growth or development.
- adjective fully developed or matured and ready to be eaten or used. — synonyms: ripe
- adjective (of birds) having developed feathers or plumage. — synonyms: fledged
- verb develop and reach maturity. — synonyms: maturate, grow
- verb develop and work out fully in one's mind.
- verb become due for repayment.
- verb cause to ripen or develop fully. — synonyms: ripen
- verb grow old or older. — synonyms: senesce, age, get_on, maturate
- verb cause to ripen and discharge pus. — synonyms: suppurate
Examples
- “mature for her age”
- “mature plans”
- “a mature cell”