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Synonyms & Similar Words
junior
younger
juvenile
adolescent
youthful
immature
inexperienced
green
callow
fresh
new
modern
recent
latest
newest
fledgling
novice
rookie
tender
slight
petite
minor
lesser
smaller
junior
inferior
subordinate
secondary
lower
less
minor
slighter
fresher
newer
moderner
latest
earliest
smallest
least
lowest
juniormost
youngest
most junior
most youthful
Meaning of Younger
The primary meaning of the word "Younger" is comparative form of "young", used to describe someone or something that has less age or experience than another.
Definitions
- Used to describe someone or something that has less age or experience than another
- Having a lesser amount of age, experience, or maturity
- Comparative form of "young", used to compare two people, things, or groups
Etymology of Younger
The word "Younger" originates from Old English "geong" and "gung" meaning young, and the comparative suffix "-er" which forms the comparative degree of adjectives
The word has been used in the English language since the 9th century to describe someone or something that is less mature or experienced than another
Example Uses
- My younger brother is still in college
- The younger generation is more tech-savvy than the older one
- She is younger than her husband by five years
- The company is looking for a younger, more dynamic team leader