upperadolescence
nounUK /ˌʌpərˌædəˈlɛsəns/
US /ˌʌpərˌædəˈlɛsəns/
The later teen years when a young person is growing into an adult.
During upperadolescence, she started thinking about college and careers.
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2. The final stage of the teenage years, roughly ages 17 to 19.
Upperadolescence often brings more independence and responsibility.
3. The period when a teen prepares to leave home and live on their own.
In upperadolescence, many kids learn to drive and get part-time jobs.
4. A developmental phase marked by stronger reasoning and self-identity.
Teachers notice that students in upperadolescence ask deeper questions.