Maturation and Regression

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Maturation noun - The process of becoming mature.

Usage example: a flower's maturation from bud to full bloom can take weeks

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Regression is an antonym for maturation.

Regression noun - The act or an instance of going back to an earlier and lower level especially of intelligence or behavior.

Usage example: the regression to really childish behavior that boys often undergo when put in large groups

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Maturation is an antonym for regression.

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