prepubescent
adjectiveHow many syllables in prepubescent?
There are 4 syllables in the word prepubescent.How to pronounce prepubescent:
Definition of prepubescent:
- prepubescent (adjective):
- of, relating to, being in, or occurring in the period of development immediately preceding puberty
- adjective. (especially of human beings) at the age immediately before puberty; often marked by accelerated growth.
Synonyms for prepubescent:
prepubertal
Antonyms for prepubescent:
adult
experienced
grown
grown-up
mature
matured
of age
old
older
ripe
senile
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