Adults
Adults
Adults (pronunciation: /əˈdʌlts/) are individuals who have reached the age of maturity. The term is often used in contrast to the term child or adolescent, which refer to individuals who are not yet legally recognized as adults.
Etymology
The term "adult" comes from the Latin word adultus, which means "grown up" or "mature".
Definition
In most jurisdictions, an adult is a person who has reached a specific age at which they are considered legally responsible for their actions. This age, known as the age of majority, varies by country and can range from 16 to 21 years. Adults are typically allowed to vote, marry, sign contracts, and make medical decisions for themselves.
Related Terms
- Age of Majority: The age at which a person is considered an adult in the eyes of the law.
- Adolescent: A person in the stage of development between childhood and adulthood.
- Child: A person who has not yet reached the age of majority.
- Maturity: The state of being fully developed or grown up.
- Minor: A person who is under the age of majority.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Adults
- Wikipedia's article - Adults
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