Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

juvenil

adjective

/ˈdʒuː.və.nɪl/

Definition

Relating to young people or youth; youthful.

Examples

She has a juvenil enthusiasm for learning new things.
The juvenil behavior exhibited by the teenagers surprised their parents.

Meaning

The term ‘juvenil’ refers to anything associated with or characteristic of young people or the phase of life often referred to as youth. It can involve qualities such as being inexperienced, energetic, or immature, often relating to individuals who are still developing in terms of age and experience.