Synonyms of maturation

maturation

noun

ˌma-chə-ˈrā-shən 

as in development

the process of becoming mature

a flower's maturation from bud to full bloom can take weeks

Synonyms & Similar Words

• development
• maturing
• growth
• flowering
• evolution
• ripening
• progression
• blossoming
• softening
• maturity
• evolvement
• flourishing
• expansion
• mellowing
• coming-of-age

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• deterioration
• decay
• decline
• degeneration
• declining
• descent
• decadence
• decaying
• waning
• fading
• declension
• wilting
• death
• withering
• demise
• end
• expiration
• exit
• regression
• dying
• decease
• shriveling
• perishing
• expiry
• reversion
• ebbing
• retrogression
• expiring

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of maturation

The most famous examples come with Coy Hill on the label, referring to particular warehouses at the distillery in Lynchburg that often yield super high-ABV barrels with very little whiskey left in them after close to a decade of maturation. — Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 9 Aug. 2026

That maturation has led to signs of a potential Year 2 leap as one of the Patriots’ top seven or eight offensive linemen. — Andrew Callahan, Boston Herald, 6 Aug. 2026

For the first time in eight years, Jack Daniel’s has returned to this high angel’s share maturation method. — Melinda Salchert, Southern Living, 4 Aug. 2026

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