The difference between Childish and Immature
When used as adjectives, childish means of or suitable for a child, whereas immature means not fully formed or developed, unripe, not mature.
Immature is also noun with the meaning: an immature member of a species.
check bellow for the other definitions of Childish and Immature
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Childish as an adjective:
Of or suitable for a child.
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Childish as an adjective:
Behaving immaturely.
Examples:
"Your childish temper tantrums are not going to change my decision on this matter."
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Immature as an adjective:
Not fully formed or developed, unripe, not mature.
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Immature as an adjective:
Childish in behavior, not mature.
Examples:
"You're only young once, but you can be immature the rest of your life."
"The man was immature for throwing a tantrum."
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Immature as a noun:
An immature member of a species.