Mature (verb)
Syllable division: ma·ture
How to pronounce: UK: /məˈtʃʊər/ US: /məˈtʊr/
#1 Meaning: People who are mature would act in a way that shows that they are well developed both mentally and emotionally.
Example:
> It was clear that he was very mature for his age when he was only 10 years old.
> She finally matured after attending university for four years.
#2 Meaning: When someone makes a mature decision, it means that they make the decision after thinking about the situation carefully.
Example:
> She made a mature decision when she decided how she would not like to be treated by others.
> He had to make a mature decision about his finances before it was too late.
#3 Meaning: When someone is mature it can mean that they are fully grown physically.
Example:
> It was clear to her father that she is a mature adult at the age of 21.
> They enjoyed going for picnics at the mature oak tree in the park.
#4 Meaning: When a flavour is developed completely.
Example:
> She enjoyed drinking matured wine while eating steak.
> When they went cheese tasting, he learned that he does not like the taste of matured cheese.
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When you are young and suddenly all the responsibility falls on you, you automatically become more mature than your age.
Good sentence and good point Bhumika!
When I am an adult girl, I become mature.
Good sentence Moung.
Try saying: When I was a young woman, I became mature.
Today is about showing that the European Parliament is mature enough to rise above the quarrels
Good sentence Vlad!
Some kids already have a mature personality.
She’s already mature to travel alone.
The banana that I ate wasnt enough mature.
Wow Nirvana!
Good sentences!
Try saying: The banana I ate wasn’t mature enough.
He finally matured after ten years of marriage.
Well done Ligia!
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