Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
peter-pan
noun
/ˈpiːtər pæn/
Definition
A term used to describe an adult who does not want to grow up or take on adult responsibilities, often associated with a carefree lifestyle.
Examples
- Many people labeled him a ‘Peter Pan’ because he avoided commitment and preferred to live in the moment.
- She embraced her ‘Peter Pan’ lifestyle, traveling the world without any worries of a nine-to-five job.
Meaning
Refers to the character Peter Pan from J.M. Barrie’s play, symbolizing eternal youth and the refusal to mature.
Synonyms
- eternal youth
- adult-child
- dreamer
