Definition

A person who is between the ages of 13 and 19 years old, typically in the stage of development between childhood and adulthood.

Example

The teenager spent the summer volunteering at the local animal shelter.

Conversation

I can't believe my little brother is now a teenager.

Time flies, right? They grow up so fast!

Yeah, it feels like just yesterday he was a kid.

Soon he'll be driving and wanting more independence.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Teenager → The word is formed from "teen" (derived from the suffix of the numbers thirteen to nineteen, indicating age) and "-ager" (from Latin "aetas", meaning age). The term "teenager" refers to a person who is in the age range of thirteen to nineteen years old.

Memory Tip

Think of the suffix 'teen' representing ages thirteen to nineteen, and remember that a 'teenager' is someone in that age group.

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