TODDLER Synonyms: 77 Similar and Opposite Words

toddler

noun

Definition of toddler

as in infant

a young child who is just learning to walk

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Recent Examples of toddler An Idaho prosecutor is seeking the death penalty against a woman charged with murder in the 2025 deaths of her twin toddlers. — CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026 The mother of a toddler who was found breathing in a hospital morgue hours after being pronounced dead is speaking out about the shocking incident. — ABC News, 22 Oct. 2026 Idaho is seeking the death penalty in a case that involves the deaths of two toddlers in Payette. — Sally Krutzig, Idaho Statesman, 20 Oct. 2026 Sitting patiently on Chris Carlisle’s lap with a little pink bow in her hair was toddler Laura Carlisle, born to Califia in a parking lot two years ago, later adopted by Christopher and Anne Marie. — Jennah Pendleton, Sacbee.com, 19 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for toddler

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Noun

Two infants who were infected with measles have died in Pennsylvania this year, both too young to receive the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine.

— Deidre McPhillips, CNN Money, 21 Oct. 2026
Even today human infants are helpless without at least one connection.

— Jeanna Bryner, Scientific American, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of infant

Noun

The alert included detailed clinical guidance for managing measles exposures and cases during pregnancy as well as cases in newborns.

— Beth Mole, ArsTechnica, 19 Oct. 2026
This is the most competitive time of year for New England’s hobbyists, who describe their giant pumpkins almost like parents describe a newborn.

— Cameron Pugh, Christian Science Monitor, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of newborn

Noun

The South is cheapest for young kids For families with young children, annual costs are lowest across much of the South.

— Martie Bowser, Fortune, 24 Oct. 2026
When Taylor Swift’s Eras Tour stopped in London in 2024, the Prince of Wales wanted a photo with his kids and the world-famous singer.

— Pete Grathoff, Kansas City Star, 24 Oct. 2026

Definition of kid

Noun

Jet Fans of the New York Jets will adore this slick moniker for a tiny tyke.

— Beth Ann Mayer, Parents, 1 Sep. 2026
Told from a baby’s perspective, the Nickelodeon classic kept the action at ground (or carpet) level, offering a hilarious exploration of how tykes perceive and process adult concepts.

— Madeline Boardman, Entertainment Weekly, 11 Aug. 2026

Definition of tyke

Noun

Performed by legends Julie Andrews and Dick Van Dyke, the silly song is a tongue-twister for kiddos, and the titular word, which means ‘extraordinarily good, wonderful’ even made its way into some real deal dictionaries.

— Stephanie Ganz Published, Parents, 18 Oct. 2026
Look at how, in Dance Party, Clint Smith recounts his speaker’s dance movement experience with his kiddos.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of kiddo

Noun

Cassegrain, mustachioed, silver-haired, and smiling, explains that during its early days, the pipes were popular with hip youngsters.

— Joe Bobowicz, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026
But the ending hints at the possibility that the spirit of Jason may have leapt into the youngster.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 19 Oct. 2026

Definition of youngster

Noun

Its spacious third row remains a particularly compelling advantage for families who regularly transport several adults or older children.

— New Atlas, New Atlas, 24 Oct. 2026
People with chronic health conditions, pregnant women, young children and anyone 65 or older are at higher risk of developing complications from the flu, and Turner urged anyone fitting those categories to take extra precautions this season.

— Mark Dee, Idaho Statesman, 24 Oct. 2026

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