youthful
UK: ˈjuːθf(ə)l | US: ˈjuθfəl
adj. having the qualities of youth; vigorous, fresh, or lively
adj. characteristic of or suitable for young people
youthful = youth<young person/period> + ful<full of>
- youth: From Old English geoguþ ("young people, youth"), derived from Proto-Germanic jugunthiz, related to young.
- ful: A suffix from Old English -ful ("full of"), used to form adjectives indicating abundance or possession of a quality.
Etymology Origin:
The word youthful combines youth (the state or time of being young) with the suffix -ful, creating an adjective meaning "full of youth" or "resembling youth." Its evolution reflects the Germanic root jugunthiz, emphasizing vitality and freshness associated with young age. The suffix -ful reinforces the idea of possessing the defining traits of youth.
Her youthful energy made her the life of the party.
The painting captured the model's youthful glow.
He maintained a youthful appearance well into his fifties.
The design had a youthful, modern vibe.
Despite his age, his mind remained sharp and youthful.