English · Word Candidate

maturity

/məˈtjʊəɹɪti/

Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.

Also seen as: maturities

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Meaning · English

The state of being mature, ready or ripe; the prime state of productibility and self expression.

Noun

Some foods and drinks, like wine, only reach their full taste at maturity, which literally comes at a price.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

When bodily growth has completed and/or reproduction can begin.

Noun

The entire tank of guppies was in their maturity and ready to mate.

Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).

What does “maturity” mean?

The state of being mature, ready or ripe; the prime state of productibility and self expression.

Is “maturity” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.