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Babyish - Meaning, Definition & English Examples

Babyish describes behavior, speech, or appearance that is immature or childish, often in a way that seems silly or inappropriate for someone’s age. It can also refer to things designed for very young children.

babyish

/ˈbeɪbiɪʃ/ /ˈbeɪbiɪʃ/

Definition:

Behaving in a childish or immature manner, typical of a baby.

Synonyms:

childish, immature, infantile, juvenile

Part of Speech:

adjective

Antonyms:

mature, adult-like, sophisticated

Common Collocations:

babyish behavior, babyish voice, babyish tantrums

Derivatives:

babyishly, babyishness

Usage Tips:

Use "babyish" to describe someone acting overly childish or immature for their age.

Common Phrases:

act babyish, sound babyish, look babyish

Etymology:

Derived from "baby" + "-ish," first recorded in the early 19th century to describe childlike qualities.

Examples:

  • 1. His babyish whining annoyed everyone in the room.
  • 2. She wore a babyish pink dress with ruffles and bows.
  • 3. Don’t be so babyish—just try the new food!
  • 4. The teacher scolded him for his babyish handwriting.

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