Definition

Relating to or characteristic of a very young child; childish or immature.

Example

His infantine behavior made it difficult for him to fit in with his older peers.

Conversation

I saw that movie yesterday, and I thought it was a bit too infantine for my taste.

Really? I found it quite entertaining despite its childish humor.

I guess it depends on what we enjoy; I prefer more mature themes.

That's fair! Sometimes, a little infantine fun can be refreshing, though.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Infantine → It is formed from "infans" (from Latin, meaning unable to speak or speechless) and the suffix "-ine" (meaning pertaining to or relating to). The word "infantine" refers to something that is characteristic of or relating to infants or childhood.

Memory Tip

Think of the Latin word for unable to speak, which relates to babies, and remember that "infantine" describes things related to infants.

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