The difference between Childish and Puerile
When used as adjectives, childish means of or suitable for a child, whereas puerile means childish.
check bellow for the other definitions of Childish and Puerile
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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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Puerile as an adjective:
Childish; trifling; silly.
Examples:
"synonyms: juvenile silly trifling"
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Puerile as an adjective:
Characteristic of, or pertaining to, a boy or boys; compare .