maturation

noun

ˌma-chə-ˈrā-shən How to pronounce maturation (audio)
Definition of maturationnext
as in development
the process of becoming mature a flower's maturation from bud to full bloom can take weeks

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Recent Examples of maturation For the film’s cast, including Locke, Connor, Walser, Yasmin Finney, Will Gao, Kizzy Edgell, Corinna Brown, Rhea Norwood and Tobie Donovan, the experience of making Heartstopper Forever has buoyed the story’s own maturation. — Abbey White, HollywoodReporter, 16 July 2026 Arnold compares the maturation of online sports betting to marijuana legalization and the evolution of pornography. — Justin Papp, CNBC, 7 July 2026 According to industry participants, investors who understand the full lifecycle—from acquisition and maturation to eventual sale—may be better positioned to navigate opportunities within the category. — William Jones, USA Today, 29 June 2026 For businesses in the sourcing industry, this infrastructure maturation is a major win. — Arthur Zaczkiewicz, Footwear News, 29 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for maturation
Recent Examples of Synonyms for maturation
  1. development
  2. growth
  3. flowering
  4. evolution
  5. ripening
Noun
  • The development will also include a nine-story tower with a four story garage, and four stories of office space, according to a filing with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation.
    — Harrison Mantas, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 July 2026
  • Preservationists, meanwhile, worried about the impact of taller new development on Washington Avenue’s historic scale, typically running to one or two stories in most places.
    — Andres Viglucci, Miami Herald, 22 July 2026
Definition of development
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  • How to visit Public access Because of its vastness and thick growth, most of the swamp is accessible only by helicopter or strenuous bushwhacking.
    — Charles Seabrook, AJC.com, 25 July 2026
  • The growth of the Dolphins defensive front will bode well for Hafley, especially considering the youth in the secondary.
    — Miami Herald, Miami Herald, 25 July 2026
Definition of growth
Noun
  • For tired flowering annuals, a more substantial mid-season trim can be rejuvenating and help extend the growing period.
    — Gemma Johnstone, The Spruce, 22 July 2026
  • Peace lily The peace lily may be one of the most common flowering houseplants around, but this tranquil botanical with tropical origins is anything but boring.
    — Amelia Mularz, Architectural Digest, 22 July 2026
Definition of flowering
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  • As Widow’s Bay gears up for another tourist season, creator Katie Dippold reflected on the show’s evolution at San Diego Comic-Con.
    — Glenn Garner, Deadline, 25 July 2026
  • Premium audio brands Trinnov and Ascendo will showcase the latest evolution of their Cylindrical WaveForming technology at Audio Advice Live 2026.
    — John Archer, Forbes.com, 25 July 2026
Definition of evolution
Noun
  • In fact, anything decaying or ripening is fair game for a slug or snail.
    — Alora Bopray, USA Today, 7 July 2026
  • The condition can disrupt the fruit's normal ripening process, leaving bananas green or greenish-yellow even after extended periods of time.
    — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 27 June 2026
Definition of ripening

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