adult

Definition of "adult"
  1. A person who is 18 years of age or older in most contexts
How to use "adult" in a sentence
  1. Once he turned 18, he was considered an adult and could vote.
  2. As an adult, she was responsible for her own healthcare decisions.
  3. When he finished school, he had to learn to navigate the world as an adult.

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