Pronunciation: /məˈtʊrd/
verb to have reached full development or completion
A1 The fruit matured on the tree before being picked.
A2 The wine matured in oak barrels for several years before being bottled.
B1 As she matured, she gained a better understanding of the world around her.
B2 The company's marketing strategy has matured over the years to target a more diverse audience.
C1 His skills as a leader have matured to the point where he is now able to handle complex situations with ease.
C2 The artist's style has matured over time, resulting in more nuanced and sophisticated works of art.
adjective fully developed in body or mind; ripe; complete
A1 The fruit has matured and is ready to eat.
A2 She has matured a lot since we last saw her.
B1 His writing style has matured over the years.
B2 The wine has matured beautifully in the cellar.
C1 The artist's work has matured into a complex and nuanced body of work.
C2 The novel is a matured exploration of the human condition.
formal Through years of experience, he has matured into a responsible and reliable leader.
informal She has really matured since starting her new job.
slang My taste in music has matured over time, I used to only listen to pop but now I enjoy a variety of genres.
figurative The idea for the new product has matured into a fully developed concept ready for production.
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