Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
late-bloomer
Noun
/ˈleɪt ˈbluːmər/
Definition
A person who achieves success or maturity later than their peers.
Examples
- After years of struggling to find his path, he became a late-bloomer in his career and found success in his 30s.
- Many artists are late-bloomers, often discovering their true potential well into adulthood.
- She always felt like a late-bloomer compared to her friends who got married young.
Meaning
The term ‘late-bloomer’ refers to someone who develops skills, talents, or reaches personal milestones later in life, often compared to others who achieve similar goals at an earlier stage.
Synonyms
- Underachiever
- Slow starter
- Gradual achiever
