maturation
nounHow many syllables in maturation?
There are 4 syllables in the word maturation.How to pronounce maturation:
Definition of maturation:
- maturation (noun):
- coming to full development; becoming mature.
- the process of becoming mature (see mature entry 1 sense 2)
Synonyms for maturation:
biological process
development
evolution
festering
flowering
growing
growth
maturement
maturing
ontogenesis
ontogeny
organic process
progression
ripening
suppuration
Antonyms for maturation:
atrophy
breakdown
breaking down
crumbling
death
decadence
decay
decomposition
degeneracy
degeneration
deterioration
disintegration
disrepair
dying
extinction
perishing
putrefaction
putrescence
rotting
shriveling
shrivelling
spoilage
spoilation
wasting away
wilting
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