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Meaning of younger generation
The primary meaning of "younger generation" refers to people who are younger than the current majority or dominant age group, typically those in their teens, twenties, or early thirties.
Etymology of younger generation
The word "younger" comes from the Old English word "geongra", which is the comparative form of "geong", meaning young.
The word "generation" comes from the Latin word "generatio", meaning "the act of producing" or "a class of persons born at about the same time".
Synonyms
youth
juveniles
minors
teenagers
adolescents
kids
young people
youngsters
minors
young adults
junior generation
next generation
rising generation
younger set
youth of today
modern youth
contemporary youth
up-and-coming generation
fresh faces
new blood
inexperienced generation
unseasoned youths
callow youths
greenhorns
novices
newcomers
fledglings
rookies
neophytes
tyros
youngsters
younglings
juvenescence
Definitions
- The term "younger generation" is defined by Oxford Languages as the group of people who are younger than the current majority or dominant age group.
- It can also refer to the children or descendants of a particular group of people, especially when considered as a collective entity.
Usage Examples
- The younger generation is more likely to use social media to stay informed about current events.
- The company is trying to appeal to the younger generation by offering more flexible work arrangements.
- The younger generation of artists is pushing the boundaries of what is considered acceptable in the art world.
Antonyms
older generation
older adults
seniors
elderly
retirees
pensioners
golden agers
middle-aged
mature adults
older folks
aged individuals
veteran generation
preceding generation
former generation
bygone generation
previous generation
older set
established generation
mature generation
senior citizens
grey-haired generation