adolescence
nounfeminine/ɐðulɨʃˈsẽsjɐ/high
a·do·les·cên·ci·a
Definition
The period of life between childhood and adulthood, characterized by significant physical and psychological changes.
Adolescence can be a challenging time for both teens and parents.
He wrote a book about his experiences during adolescence.
Common collocations
early adolescencelate adolescenceadolescence psychologyproblems in adolescence
Etymology
Do latim 'adolescentia, -ae'.