The difference between Childish and Infantile

When used as adjectives, childish means of or suitable for a child, whereas infantile means pertaining to infants.


check bellow for the other definitions of Childish and Infantile

  1. Childish as an adjective:

    Of or suitable for a child.

  2. Childish as an adjective:

    Behaving immaturely.

    Examples:

    "Your childish temper tantrums are not going to change my decision on this matter."

  1. Infantile as an adjective:

    Pertaining to infants.

    Examples:

    "infantile paralysis"

  2. Infantile as an adjective:

    Childish; immature.