Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL - Stages of Life

Here you will learn some English words about stages of life, such as "burial", "infant", "youth", etc. that are needed for the TOEFL exam.

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adolescence [noun]

a period in one's life between puberty and adulthood

Ex: During adolescence , people often search for their identity .

adolescent [noun]

a young person who is in the process of becoming an adult

Ex: The film was focused on the challenges faced by an adolescent .

youth [noun]

a young man or teenage boy, typically in the stage of life between childhood and adulthood

Ex: A group of youths gathered at the park to play football .

youthful [adjective]

having the characteristics that are typical of young people

Ex: The actress maintained a youthful glow , with bright eyes and a lively demeanor .

adulthood [noun]

the period of being an adult, characterized by physical and psychological maturity

Ex: Navigating the challenges of adulthood can be difficult , especially when balancing work and personal life .

boyhood [noun]

the period of a male's life before he reaches adulthood

Ex: The worn baseball cap held memories of countless games played during his boyhood .

girlhood [noun]

the period of a female individual's life before she reaches adulthood

Ex: John 's sister reminisced about the adventures they had shared during their carefree girlhood days .

infancy [noun]

the period or state of very early childhood

Ex: The memories of infancy are often hazy , but some people claim to recall snippets of their early experiences .

infant [noun]

a very young child, typically from birth to around one year old

Ex: The infant 's infectious laughter brought joy to everyone in the room .

maturity [noun]

the state and quality of being mentally and behaviorally rational and sensible

Ex: Mary 's artwork displayed a level of maturity beyond her years , drawing praise from critics and art enthusiasts alike .

premature [adjective]

(of a baby) born before completing the normal full-term pregnancy length

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teens [noun]

the period of one's life between the age of 13 and 19

Ex: In his teens , he became passionate about music .

midlife crisis [noun]

a disappointment, lack of confidence or worry that a person may feel or experience in their life when they are 40 or 50 years old

anniversary [noun]

the date on which a special event happened in a previous year

Ex: We always take a trip on our anniversary to commemorate the day we met .

burial [noun]

the act of burying a dead body or the ceremony in which a dead body is buried

Ex: They chose a green burial to minimize environmental impact .

childbirth [noun]

the process in which a baby is born

pregnancy [noun]

the state of being with child

elder [noun]

a person older in age or experience than another

Ex: The village elders gathered to discuss the dispute .

engagement [noun]

an agreement between two people to get married or the duration of this agreement

Ex: Their engagement lasted for two years before they got married .

funeral [noun]

a religious ceremony in which people bury or cremate a dead person

Ex: The priest delivered a comforting eulogy during the funeral .

juvenile [adjective]

relating to young people who have not reached adulthood yet

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underage [adjective]

not old enough to legally engage in certain activities such as drinking or getting a driver's license

Ex: The underage teenager was fined for attempting to buy cigarettes at the convenience store .

widow [noun]

a married woman whose spouse is dead and has not married again

Ex: She has been a widow for five years since her husband ’s death .

widower [noun]

a man whose spouse is dead and has not remarried

Ex: After becoming a widower , he struggled with the loneliness .

orphan [noun]

a child whose parents have died

Ex: She was determined to adopt an orphan and give them a loving home and family .

elderly [adjective]

advanced in age

Ex: The elderly residents of the nursing home appreciated visits from volunteers who provided companionship .

maternity leave [noun]

a period of time when a woman can take a break from working and stay home before and after the birth of her child

Ex: He took paternity leave to support his partner during her maternity leave .

middle-aged [adjective]

(of a person) approximately between 45 to 65 years old, typically indicating a stage of life between young adulthood and old age

Ex: He felt more confident as a middle-aged professional .

to pass away [verb]

to no longer be alive

Ex: She passed away peacefully in her sleep .

retirement [noun]

the period during someone's life when they stop working often due to reaching a certain age

Ex: Her retirement was filled with volunteer work and community activities .

senior [adjective]

related to individuals who are considered elderly

Ex: The senior discount at the restaurant applies to customers over the age of 65 .

toddler [noun]

a young child who is starting to learn how to walk

Ex: The daycare center had a special play area designed for toddlers .

grownup [noun]

(used by children or when talking to them) an adult who is fully matured and responsible

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Essential Vocabulary for TOEFL
Family and Relationships	Stages of Life	Personal Characteristics	Feelings and Emotions
Appearance	Clothing and Fashion	Colors and Shapes	Education
Employment	Language and Grammar	The Human Body	Communication
Travel and Tourism	Transportation	Means of Transportation	The Computer World
Society and Social Issues	Healthcare and Medicine	Medical Examinations and Procedures	Physical Conditions and Injuries
Mental Disorders	Physical Disabilities and Illnesses	Geography	Space
The Environment and Weather	The Animal Kingdom	The Art World	Cinema and Theater
Music	Literature	Broadcasting and Journalism	Food and Restaurant
Diet	Agriculture and Plants	Point of View	Cause and Effect
Certainty and Doubt	Suggestions and Rules	Pride and Prejudice	Houses and Buildings
Hobbies and Games	Shopping	The Economy	The Business World
Success and Failure	Politics	Law and Order	Crime and Punishment
War and Peace	Religion	Biology, Physics, and Chemistry	Mathematics and Measurement
Engineering and Research	Athletics	Time and History