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mature

UK
/məˈtʃʊə/
US
/məˈtʃʊr/
mature in
mature over

Translations

matureverb
matured
Past Simple
matured
Past Participle
maturing
Gerund
UK
/məˈtjʊə/
US
/məˈtʊr/
достигать зрелости
The investment will mature in ten years.
Инвестиция достигнет зрелости через десять лет.
The fruit will mature in a few weeks.
Фрукт созреет через несколько недель.
Children mature at different rates.
Дети взрослеют с разной скоростью.
Synonyms
evolve
develop
ripen
grow
advance
matureadjective
more mature
Comp.
most mature
Super.
UK
/məˈtʃʊə/
US
/məˈtʃʊr/
She has a mature outlook on life.
У нее взрослый взгляд на жизнь.
The mature fruit was ready to be picked.
Созревший фрукт был готов к сбору.
He is a mature individual who handles responsibilities well.
Он зрелый человек, который хорошо справляется с обязанностями.
Synonyms
grown-up
experienced
adult
cultivated
seasoned
sophisticated
developed
ripe
Antonyms
immature

Definitions

matureverb
To become fully developed or ripe.
The fruit will mature in a few weeks.
To reach an advanced stage of mental or emotional development.
He has matured a lot since he started college.
To reach the time when a financial obligation or investment becomes due for payment.
The bond will mature in ten years.
To bring (something) to full development, ripeness, or readiness.
The winemaker matures the wine in oak barrels for two years.
matureadjective
Having reached a stage of full development or growth.
The mature tree provided ample shade in the garden.
Exhibiting advanced emotional or intellectual development.
She handled the situation in a very mature manner.
Suitable for adults, often due to complex themes or content.
The movie is rated for mature audiences only.
Of a financial instrument, debt, or other obligation: having reached the time when payment or settlement is due.
Investors often shift their money into mature bonds for greater security.
Having reached an optimum stage of ageing so as to develop the desired flavour, aroma, or texture (said especially of food and drink such as cheese or wine).
This mature cheddar has a rich, sharp taste.
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