1. the period of physical and psychological development from the onset of puberty to maturity; teenage years

Examples

• During adolescence, teenagers experience rapid physical growth.
• The transition from childhood to adolescence can be challenging for both parents and children.
• Many important life decisions are made during adolescence.
• Adolescence is marked by significant hormonal changes.
• She struggled with identity issues throughout her adolescence.
• The psychology class studied the emotional development that occurs during adolescence.