What does infantile mean?
Infantile means Pertaining to infants..
Infantile
/ˈɪnfəntaɪl/ · adjective
Meaning
Pertaining to infants..
Definitions by Sense
- Pertaining to infants.
- Childish; immature.
Example Sentences
infantile paralysis
They and the old North London tanks at Richmond long ago were the first engines on which my infantile eyes rested, be it said with an admiration that the years have never dimmed.
Eustace gaped at him in amazement. When his urbanity dropped away from him, as now, he had an innocence of expression which was almost infantile. It was as if the world had never touched him at all.
Synonyms for infantile
Antonyms for infantile
Related Words
Word Forms
- more infantile
- most infantile
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for infantile?
Common synonyms include juvenile, puerile, babish, babyish.
What is the opposite of infantile?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use infantile in a sentence?
infantile paralysis
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