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UK//ɡrəʊn mæn//US//ɡroʊn mæn//

Meaning of Grown man

An adult male who typically exhibits maturity.

In simple words: An adult male

Grown man in a sentence

  • He’s a grown man, so he should take responsibility for his actions.
  • As a grown man, he decided to pursue his dream career.
  • It's surprising to see a grown man acting like a child.

How to use Grown man

Used to refer to adult males, often implying maturity. Not appropriate in formal contexts.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun phrase

Memory hint

Think of a 'man who has grown tall' — he's no longer a boy.

Related words

Collocations with Grown man

  • grown man mentality
  • grown man responsibilities
  • grown man behavior

Synonyms for Grown man

  • adult male
  • man
  • mature man

Opposites of Grown man

Common mistakes with Grown man

  • Confused with 'grown-up' which refers to adults in general.
  • Used inappropriately for younger males.
  • Overused in contexts emphasizing childish behavior.

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Frequently asked questions about Grown man

What does Grown man mean?

An adult male

What is the definition of Grown man?

An adult male who typically exhibits maturity.

How do you use Grown man in a sentence?

He’s a grown man, so he should take responsibility for his actions.

Can you give another example of Grown man?

As a grown man, he decided to pursue his dream career.

What are synonyms for Grown man?

Common alternatives include adult male, man, mature man.

What is the opposite of Grown man?

Opposite meanings include boy, child, infant, juvenile.

What words go with Grown man?

It commonly pairs with grown man mentality, grown man responsibilities, grown man behavior.

What are common mistakes when using Grown man?

Confused with 'grown-up' which refers to adults in general. Used inappropriately for younger males. Overused in contexts emphasizing childish behavior.

How do you pronounce Grown man?

US: //ɡroʊn mæn//, UK: //ɡrəʊn mæn//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Grown man?

Used to refer to adult males, often implying maturity. Not appropriate in formal contexts.