coming-of-age

noun

Definition of coming-of-agenext
as in development
the time when a person becomes an adult The film is about a young man's coming-of-age.

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  1. development
  2. maturation
  3. maturity
  4. growth
  5. evolution
Noun
  • In the broader Pinnacle development, Wardle detailed more commercial space and offices coming to the area around the South Meridian library, plus a new subdivision planned for residents age 55 and older.
    — Rose Evans August 4, Idaho Statesman, 4 Aug. 2026
  • At one point during my tenure, my professional responsibilities included those of executive director, development director, communications director, program director and board secretary.
    — Patrick Riccards, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of development
Noun
  • Much of the Pistons’ growth next season, however, will hinge on the maturation of Thompson’s game.
    — Hunter Patterson, New York Times, 31 July 2026
  • The Bottled-in-Bond Act requires only four years of maturation.
    — Emily Price, Forbes.com, 28 July 2026
Definition of maturation
Noun
  • Media reports praise his maturity and exceptional goalscoring ability.
    — Tom Sanderson, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Factors like maintenance, location, interest rates, and landscaping maturity can all influence which option makes the most sense for you and your family.
    — Better Homes & Gardens, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of maturity
Noun
  • Plants and animals keenly sense the diminishing light, which acts as a master biological clock that triggers changes such as migration, shifting hormone levels and winter coat growth.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Let yourself be led with heart by doing things that are healthy, mature, and growth-oriented and let go of thinking that being ready is a feeling.
    — Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of growth
Noun
  • The problem is that his method has no capacity for evolution.
    — Vibhas Ratanjee, Forbes.com, 1 Aug. 2026
  • Monsieur Boucheron could hardly have imagined the evolution of high jewelry today.
    — Paige Reddinger, Robb Report, 1 Aug. 2026
Definition of evolution
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