Background for youngest

youngest

/ˈjʌŋɡəst/

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adjective

In the early part of growth or life; born not long ago.

Examples :

"a lamb is a young sheep; these picture books are for young readers"

age family human

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adjective

At an early stage of existence or development; having recently come into existence.

Examples :

"the age of space travel is still young; a young business"

age family time

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adjective

(Not) advanced in age; (far towards or) at a specified stage of existence or age.

Examples :

"How young is your dog? Her grandmother turned 70 years young last month."

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adjective

Junior (of two related people with the same name).

Examples :

"My youngest brother, Tom, is named after our grandfather. "

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adjective

(of a decade of life) Early.

Examples :

"My youngest brother is in his early twenties. "

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adjective

Youthful; having the look or qualities of a young person.

Examples :

"My grandmother is a very active woman and is quite young for her age."

appearance age family

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adjective

Of or belonging to the early part of life.

Examples :

"The cynical world soon shattered my young dreams."

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adjective

Having little experience; inexperienced; unpracticed; ignorant; weak.

Examples :

"The youngest apprentice made a mistake because he was still learning the tools. "

age quality character

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noun

The youngest child in a family, or individual in a group.

Examples :

"In my family, the youngest always gets spoiled with extra birthday presents. "

family age person group