maturity — English Dictionary

Noun

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

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

   Examples

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

   The ability to take responsibility is a sign of maturity.

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

   Usage

   • Countable
   • Uncountable

   Examples

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

   Some insect species reach sexual maturity well before their own bodily maturity

3. The state of a debt obligation at the end of the term of maturation thereof, once all interest and any applicable fees have accrued to the principal.

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   • Countable

4. Date when payment is due.

   Usage

   • Countable

   Examples

   The note was cashed at maturity.

Noun

1. the period of time in your life after your physical growth has stopped and you are fully developed

   Synonyms

   adulthood

   Broader terms

   time of life

2. state of being mature; full development

   Synonyms

   matureness

   Antonyms

   immaturity

   Broader terms

   state

3. the date on which an obligation must be repaid

   Synonyms

   maturity datedue date

   Broader terms

   dateday of the month