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Youthful

/ˈjuːθ.fəl/
adjectiveCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #2850 frequency
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2 senses
As adjective
  1. 1

    Having the qualities or characteristics of youth; young or youthful in appearance.

    "Despite her age, she maintained a youthful spirit and energy."
  2. 2

    Relating to or characteristic of young people.

    "The festival had a youthful vibe, attracting many teenagers and young adults."

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Derived from the Old English noun 'geoguþ' (youth) combined with the suffix '-ful' (full of). The term has evolved from merely denoting the early period of life to describing qualities, appearance, or vitality characteristic of young people, often used metaphorically to defy the visible effects of aging.

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