adjective
1) relatively advanced physically, mentally, emotionally, etc.; grown-up
2) (of plans, theories, etc.) fully considered; perfected
3) due or payable a mature debenture
4) biology
a) fully developed or differentiated a mature cell
b) fully grown; adult a mature animal
5) (of fruit, wine, cheese, etc.) ripe or fully aged
6) (of a river valley or land surface) in the middle stage of the cycle of erosion, characterized by meanders, maximum relief, etc
See also youthful 4), old 18)
7) sexual activity: mature sex
8) adult site categories (ex. "mature porn")
verb
8) to make or become mature
9) (intransitive) (of notes, bonds, etc.) to become due for payment or repayment
Relationships come a lot of form and sizes, but all of them require maturity to create a lasting emotional bond.
Starting a relationship is the better part, but making it last requires forbearance and understanding.
Learning to overlook mistakes and to look back into the future are the key elements of a mature relationship...
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- Define your relationship and be clear about your intentions.
- Make a commitment to one another and stick to that commitment.
- Give your partner room to breathe.
- Forgive and forget.
- Focus on good qualities instead of bad ones.
- Know when to let go. Mature relationships do not necessarily end in marriage. If you are unhappy, be honest and let your partner know that you are ready to move on.