mature
01
成熟的, 成年的
fully-grown and physically developed
例子
Despite her young age, she possessed a mature appearance, with features that belied her years.
尽管她年纪轻轻，却拥有成熟的外表，特征与她的年龄不符。
The actor 's mature face bore the lines of experience and wisdom, adding depth to his performances on screen.
演员成熟的面容承载着经验和智慧的线条，为他在屏幕上的表演增添了深度。
例子
The mature fruit had a rich flavor and a perfect texture for making jam.
成熟的水果有着丰富的味道和完美的质地，适合做果酱。
They waited until the cheese was mature before tasting it, as its flavor would develop over time.
他们等到奶酪成熟后才品尝，因为它的风味会随着时间的推移而发展。
1.4
成熟的, 负责任的
(of a young person or child) able to behave reasonably and responsibly, like an adult
例子
The mature teenager handled the disagreement with his friends calmly and respectfully.
成熟的青少年冷静且尊重地处理了与朋友的分歧。
She displayed mature decision-making skills when faced with a difficult choice.
面对艰难选择时，她展现了成熟的决策能力。
例子
The mature cheese had a rich, complex flavor.
成熟的奶酪有着丰富复杂的味道。
He preferred mature cheeses over younger, milder varieties.
比起年轻、温和的品种，他更喜欢成熟的奶酪。
to mature
01
成熟, 发展
to develop mentally, physically, and emotionally
Intransitive
例子
The teenage years are a crucial time when individuals mature and form their identities.
青少年时期是一个关键时期，个人在此期间成熟并形成自己的身份。
Life experiences and challenges contribute to a person 's ability to mature and navigate adulthood.
生活经验和挑战有助于一个人成熟和驾驭成年的能力。
1.1
变老, 成熟
grow old or older
Intransitive
例子
Individuals may mature at different rates, influenced by genetics, environment, and personal experiences.
个体可能以不同的速度成熟，受遗传、环境和个人经历的影响。
Children gradually mature into adults, undergoing physical and emotional changes.
孩子们逐渐成熟为成年人，经历身体和情感的变化。
02
使成熟, 催熟
to cause something, such as fruit or a product, to ripen or reach full development
Transitive: to mature fruit or food products
例子
The farmer used special techniques to mature the apples quickly for the harvest.
农民使用了特殊技术来快速成熟苹果以供收获。
The heat of the sun helped mature the peaches on the tree.
太阳的热量有助于树上的桃子成熟。
03
到期, 成熟
(of an insurance policy, security, or financial instrument) to become due for payment
Intransitive
例子
The insurance policy will mature in five years, and the payout will be made then.
保险单将在五年内到期，届时将进行赔付。
The bond will mature next year, and the investor will receive the principal amount back.
债券将于明年到期，投资者将收回本金。
04
成熟, 陈化
to allow food or drink to reach the appropriate stage of readiness for eating or drinking
Intransitive
例子
The cheese needs to mature for several months before it reaches the perfect flavor.
奶酪需要成熟几个月才能达到完美的味道。
They let the wine mature in oak barrels for a year to enhance its taste.
他们让葡萄酒在橡木桶中成熟一年以增强其风味。
05
成熟, 使成熟
to reach full potential through careful consideration, planning, or time
Transitive: to mature an idea or plan
例子
She worked hard to mature her business idea into a successful startup.
她努力工作，将她的商业理念成熟为一个成功的初创公司。
The plan was matured over several months before it was finally put into action.
该计划经过几个月的成熟，最终付诸实施。
词汇树
immature
maturely
matureness
mature
