Maturation Definition & Meaning

maturation
noun
  1. coming to full development; becoming mature
  2. (biology) the process of an individual organism growing organically; a purely biological unfolding of events involved in an organism changing gradually from a simple to a more complex level; "he proposed an indicator of osseous development in children"
  3. (medicine) the formation of morbific matter in an abscess or a vesicle and the discharge of pus

"Maturation" in song lyrics

See how maturation is used in real songs:

  • "To my own maturation"
    Dust
  • "Then it's southern oversaturation or Hova's maturation"
    Vakill — Mean Mug Muzik
  • "picture of follicular maturation"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "maturation"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "maturation" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for maturation to find words that pair well.

Look up another word