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Meaning of infantile in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈɪnfənˌtaɪl/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    infantile

    Definitions

    1. indicating a lack of maturity

    Examples

    • « childish tantrums »
    • « infantile behavior »

    Synonyms

    • immature
  2. 2. being or befitting or characteristic of an infant

    Examples

    • « infantile games »

    Synonyms

    • young
    • immature
  3. Qualitative Adjective

    infantile

    Etymology

    late Middle English: from French, or from Latin infantilis, from infans, infant- (see infant)

    Definitions

    1. of or relating to infants or infancy

    Examples

    • « infantile paralysis »

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