Neotenous
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /niˈɒtənəs/ · Part of speech adjective
Quick meaning: Neotenous is an adjective meaning Exhibiting retention of juvenile characteristics in the adult.
Meaning
Exhibiting retention of juvenile characteristics in the adult.
More Meanings
- (informal) Babyfaced.
Synonyms for neotenous
Depending on context, synonyms include neotenic, babyfaced.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include neotenic, bradymorphic, tachymorphic, gerontomorphic, protandric, neotypal.
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