Adolescently

/ædə'lɛsəntli/ adverb

Definition

In the manner of an adolescent; in a way characteristic of adolescence or teenage behavior.

Etymology

From 'adolescent' plus the adverb suffix '-ly.' This allows describing how something is done with adolescent qualities or behaviors.

Kelly Says

When someone acts adolescently, they're behaving in teenage ways—maybe being moody, impulsive, or self-conscious—so the word captures a whole psychological package in one adverb.

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