How to Pronounce "infantilism"
word
ɪnˈfæntɪlɪzm
in-FAN-til-iz-um
ɪnˈfæntɪlɪzm
in-FAN-til-iz-um
Definition
Infantilism is the condition or behavior of acting or thinking in a very childish way, even as an adult. In medicine, it can also refer to a rare disorder where development stays at a childlike stage.
IPA Transcription
American English
ɪnˈfæntɪlɪzm
British English
ɪnˈfæntɪlɪzm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-FAN-til-iz-um
UK
in-FAN-til-iz-um
Listen in Context
Her constant whining is a sign of infantilism.
Doctors rarely see cases of medical infantilism.
Some people confuse infantilism with simple childish behavior.
His refusal to handle responsibility just screams infantilism to me.