Adolescence /ˌæd

mature /məˈtjʊə r / /-ˈtʊr/ adjective LIKE AN ADULT
1. mainly approving Mature people behave like adults in a way that shows they are well developed emotionally
He's very mature for his age.
2. A mature decision is one which is made after a lot of careful thought
Upon mature reflection, we find the accused guilty.
mature /məˈtjʊə r / /-ˈtʊr/ adjective PHYSICALLY GROWN
3. formal completely grown physically
a mature adult
sexually mature
Mature male gorillas have silver-grey hairs on their backs.
mature oak trees
patient /ˈpeɪ.ʃ ə nt/ adjective
having patience
Dinner will be ready in half an hour - just be patient!
Be patient with her - she's very young.
Opposite impatient
rebellious /rɪˈbel.i.əs/ adjective
1. If a group of people are rebellious, they oppose the ideas of the people in authority and plan to change the system, often using force
rebellious groups of southern tribespeople
2. If someone is rebellious, they are difficult to control and do not behave in the way they are expected to
Her teachers regard her as a rebellious, trouble-making girl.