Adolescence

Noun

 * 1) The transitional period of physical and psychological development between childhood and maturity.
 * During adolescence, the body and mind go through many complex changes, some of which are difficult to deal with.

Synonyms for Adolescence
teendom, teenhood, youth, immaturity, minority, teen-age, puberty.

Antonyms for Adolescence
adulthood, maturity.

Related terms

 * adolescent