Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
puerility
Noun
pyoo-er-il-i-tee
Definition
The state or quality of being puerile; childishness or juvenile behavior.
Examples
- His puerility became evident when he threw a tantrum over not getting his way.
- Despite her age, she often displayed a puerility that baffled her colleagues.
- The film was criticized for its puerility, as it relied heavily on juvenile humor.
Meaning
Puerility refers to immature behavior or qualities that are characteristic of a child.
Synonyms
- Childishness
- Immaturity
- Naivety
- Infantilism
