infantile

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And don’t get me started on the endless, infantile standing ovations.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 24, 2026

Emojis can have an "infantile connotation" which could lead to people perceiving you as younger, less senior, capable or responsible, he says.

From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025

Yet studies show that flat-faced dogs possess “kindchenschema” or “baby schema,” a term coined by ethologist Konrad Lorenz to describe infantile features that elicit caregiving reactions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 28, 2025

“It was offensive and infantile, especially as the moms were all trying to figure out childcare during summer break.”

From Salon • Jul. 31, 2024

“Phineas,” Brinker said with dignity, “please don’t give us your infantile lecture on world affairs at this time.”

From "A Separate Peace" by John Knowles