Pubescent and Withering

Pubescent

Pubescent adjective - (of animals especially human beings) having arrived at the onset of puberty (the age at which sex glands become functional) but not yet fully mature.

Withering is an antonym for pubescent in topics: childish, developing.

Nearby Word: pubescence

Withering

Withering adjective - Wreaking or capable of wreaking complete destruction.
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Synonyms for Withering

Pubescent is an antonym for withering.

Nearby Words: wither, withered
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