What is another word for underage?

Pronunciation: [ˌʌndəɹˈe͡ɪd͡ʒ] (IPA)

Underage is a word used to describe a person who is considered too young or below the legal age for a particular activity or privilege. Synonyms for the word underage include immature, juvenile, minor, underage, young, youthful, adolescent, prepubescent, and tender. These words carry similar meanings, but some may be more appropriate in certain contexts. For instance, juvenile is used to describe young people who have committed criminal offenses, while minor is used when referencing legal age restrictions on various activities. Using different synonyms for underage allows for better clarity and specificity in communication. Therefore, one should choose the best synonym to use depending on the context in which the word is being employed.

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What are the opposite words for underage?

Antonyms for "underage" refer to those words that denote a state of maturity, legal adulthood or being of an appropriate age. Some of the antonyms for "underage" include, "adult", "mature", "senior", "matured", "of age", "legal", "grown-up" among others. When an individual attains the legal age of majority, they are regarded as no longer being "underage". In most countries, the age of majority ranges from 18 to 21 years, depending on the jurisdiction. It is illegal for minors or those who are underage to engage in certain activities such as buying alcohol, voting and getting married without parental consent or legal authorization.

Usage examples for Underage

"To have so punished a mere child, an underage girl who hath no breasts," Borla went on.
"Si'Wren of the Patriarchs"
Roland Cheney

Famous quotes with Underage

  • Mr. Speaker, our Nation must no longer be complacent about underage drinking and its alarming consequences. We must bring this national public health crisis out of the shadow and into the bright light of a national priority.
    Lucille Roybal-Allard
  • With such compelling information, the question is why haven't we been able to do more to prevent the crisis of underage drinking? The answer is: the alcohol industry.
    Lucille Roybal-Allard
  • It is critical that parents and other trusted adults initiate conversations with kids about underage drinking well in advance of the first time they are faced with a decision regarding alcohol.
    Xavier Becerra
  • Craft brewers are committed to promoting the safe and moderate consumption of their beverage, and work closely with their communities to prevent underage drinking and alcohol abuse.
    Sherwood Boehlert
  • I don't want to get in a big, long discussion about right and wrong, but our company has been working on the issue of underage drinking and alcohol abuse for a long time. I've been outspoken about it.
    Pete Coors

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