Pronunciation: /ˈpjuːbɛsənt/
adjective relating to or in the stage of adolescence when a person becomes capable of sexual reproduction
A1 The pubescent boy was starting to experience changes in his body.
A2 During puberty, many pubescent teenagers go through emotional ups and downs.
B1 The pubescent stage is a time of physical and hormonal changes for adolescents.
B2 Parents need to be understanding and supportive of their pubescent children during this challenging time.
C1 The pubescent period can be a confusing and overwhelming time for both teenagers and their parents.
C2 Psychologists often work with pubescent individuals to help them navigate the challenges of adolescence.
formal The doctor explained that the pubescent stage is a normal part of adolescent development.
informal My little sister is going through her pubescent phase and it's driving my parents crazy.
slang I remember feeling so awkward and pubescent in middle school.
figurative The pubescent growth of the city's skyline symbolizes its rapid development.
pubescented
pubescents
more pubescent
most pubescent
pubesces
will pubesce
have pubesced
is pubescing
pubescent
pubescent
to pubesce
pubescing
pubescenting