maturely
maturely — adverb
1. showing the kind of thinking and self-control that adults usually have — for exa
showing the kind of thinking and self-control that adults usually have — for example, keeping calm in an argument, taking responsibility for a mistake, or making sensible choices instead of acting on a quick feeling
At only twelve, Mauricio handled the news about his grandfather very maturely.
handle + maturely (typical verb pairing)
Walid apologised maturely after he realised that he had blamed the wrong teammate.
apologise / take responsibility maturely
Eshe responded maturely to the rude email and did not start an argument online.
The two sisters discussed the family budget maturely instead of shouting at each other.
Élise acted maturely when she put her phone away and listened to her grandmother's story.
- responsibly
Focuses on accepting duties and consequences; maturely covers both responsibility and emotional self-control.
- sensibly
Emphasises sound, practical judgement; maturely also suggests emotional growth, not just good sense.
- wisely
Stresses long experience and good judgement; can apply to any age, while maturely often implies behaving older than expected.
- childishly
Acting in a silly or immature way, like a young child.
- immaturely
Direct opposite — without the self-control or judgement of an adult.
文法句型
verb + maturely
behave/handle/react + maturely
用法筆記
Typically pairs with verbs of behaviour, reaction, or communication (act, behave, handle, react, respond, deal with, apologise, discuss). Often used to praise someone for showing self-control or judgement that is more grown-up than expected for their age or situation.