Mature ( adjective , verb )

(As an adjective)

Mature ( adjective )

1. Having reached full natural growth or development.
2. Having reached a desirable or final condition; ripe, fully developed or grown-up.
3. Having a calm and serious disposition; having or showing wisdom, judgment, and experience.

Origin:

From latin maturus 'ripe', from maturare 'to ripen', from matus 'ripe, cooked', from proto-indo-european *méh₂tus.

Examples:

1. She showed a mature attitude towards the situation.
2. The company is looking for mature and experienced individuals.
3. The fruit was fully mature and ready to be picked.
4. His behavior was not mature for his age.
5. She has a mature perspective on life.

(As a verb)

Mature ( verb )

1. Having reached full natural growth or development.
2. Having reached a desirable or final condition; ripe, fully developed or grown-up.
3. Having a calm and serious disposition; having or showing wisdom, judgment, and experience.

Origin:

From latin maturus 'ripe', from maturare 'to ripen', from matus 'ripe, cooked', from proto-indo-european *méh₂tus.

Examples:

1. She showed a mature attitude towards the situation.
2. The company is looking for mature and experienced individuals.
3. The fruit was fully mature and ready to be picked.
4. His behavior was not mature for his age.
5. She has a mature perspective on life.