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infantile

[in-fuhn-tahyl, -til] / ˈɪn fənˌtaɪl, -tɪl /
ADJECTIVE
babyish
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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




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