youthful
/'ju:θful/
Definition
Adjective: 1. Characteristic of, relating to, or appropriate for young people: Possessing the qualities often associated with youth, such as energy, freshness, or vitality. 2. Young in appearance, spirit, or behavior: Appearing or feeling younger than one's actual age; vigorous and fresh.
Usage
The adjective "youthful" describes a state or quality that resembles or is typical of youth. It is used to modify nouns referring to people, appearances, attitudes, or activities. * It often carries a positive connotation of energy and liveliness. * It can describe someone who is physically young or someone older who retains the characteristics of youth.
Examples
- Describing appearance:
- She has a youthful face that makes her look much younger.
- His youthful energy was contagious.
- Describing spirit or attitude:
- Despite his years, he maintained a youthful curiosity about the world.
- Her youthful enthusiasm for the project inspired the whole team.
- Describing a period or quality:
- He made some foolish mistakes in his youthful days.
- The design has a youthful and modern aesthetic.
Advanced Usage
- "youthful indiscretion": A foolish or unwise action typical of a young person, often used to excuse past mistakes.
- He attributed the controversial comments in the old interview to youthful indiscretion.
- Comparative and Superlative Forms: "more youthful", "most youthful". While "youthfuller" and "youthfullest" are grammatically possible, they are rarely used.
- After the vacation, she seemed more youthful and relaxed.
Variants and Related Words
- Youth (n): The period of being young; young people collectively.
- He spent his youth in the countryside.
- Youthfully (adv): In a youthful manner.
- She dressed youthfully for the occasion.
- Youthfulness (n): The quality or state of being youthful.
- Her youthfulness is her greatest asset.
Synonyms
- Young: Being in an early stage of life or growth. (More neutral; "youthful" often implies a desirable quality.)
- Vigorous: Strong, healthy, and full of energy.
- Fresh: New and not faded or tired; having a bright, clean appearance.
- Juvenile: Relating to young people. (Can have a neutral or slightly negative connotation of immaturity.)
- Spry: (Especially of an older person) active; lively.
Antonyms
- Aged
- Old
- Elderly
- Decrepit
Adjective
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suggestive of youth; vigorous and fresh
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he is young for his age
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