Teen — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

noun /ˈtēn/

Meaning & Definition of Teen

Teen (noun)

  1. a teenage person, teenager
  2. misery, affliction

Teen (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. someone who is between 13 and 19 years old

    similar: preteen, preteen-ager, subteen, teenager, teener, teenybopper, tween, bairn (chiefly Scottish), bambino, bud, chap (Southern & Midland), chick, child, cub, juvenile, kid, kiddie, kiddo, moppet, sprat, sprout, squirt, whelp, youngling, youngster, youth, adolescent, minor, kindergartner, preschooler, rug rat (slang), schoolboy, schoolchild, schoolgirl, schoolkid, babe, baby, bantling, infant, neonate, nestling, newborn, toddler, tot, tyke, weanling, imp, jackanapes, mischief, monkey, rapscallion, rascal, rogue, urchin, whippersnapper, cherub, lad, nipper, shaver, stripling, tad, bobby-soxer, hoyden, tomboy
    opposite: middle-ager, ancient, elder, golden-ager, oldster, old-timer, senior, senior citizen, adult, grown-up

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Teen

The most common words with a similar meaning to Teen:

Chiefly Scottish: bairn
Southern & Midland: chap
Slang: rug rat
preteen, preteen-ager, subteen, teenager, teener, teenybopper, tween, bambino, bud, chick, child, cub, juvenile, kid, kiddie, kiddo, moppet, sprat, sprout, squirt, whelp, youngling, youngster, youth, adolescent, minor, kindergartner, preschooler, schoolboy, schoolchild, schoolgirl, schoolkid, babe, baby, bantling, infant, neonate, nestling, newborn, toddler

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Teen

Words with the opposite meaning of Teen:

middle-ager, ancient, elder, golden-ager, oldster, old-timer, senior, senior citizen, adult, grown-up

Word Forms of Teen

Derived words: teen (adjective)

Origin & Etymology of Teen

Middle English tene, from Old English tēona injury, grief; akin to Old Norse tjōn loss, damage

First known use: 1818

Vocabulary Lists & Topics for Teen

Frequently Asked Questions about Teen

What does "Teen" mean?

"Teen" means a teenage person, teenager. As a noun, it is defined as: a teenage person, teenager.

What is another word for "Teen"?

Other words for "Teen" include preteen, preteen-ager, subteen, teenager, teener, teenybopper, tween and bairn. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Teen" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Teen"?

There are 64 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Teen". Common alternatives include preteen, preteen-ager, subteen, teenager, teener, teenybopper, tween, bairn, bambino and bud.

What is the opposite of "Teen"?

Antonyms of "Teen" include middle-ager, ancient, elder, golden-ager, oldster, old-timer, senior and senior citizen.

Is "Teen" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Teen" is a noun.

Is "Teen" useful for IELTS, TOEFL, and other English exams?

As a B2-level word, "Teen" is typical of Cambridge B2 First (FCE), IELTS band 5.5–6.5, TOEFL iBT 72–94, PTE Academic 59–75, TOEIC Listening & Reading 785+.

How do you pronounce "Teen"?

"Teen" is pronounced /ˈtēn/.

What is the origin of the word "Teen"?

"Teen" comes from Middle English tene, from Old English tēona injury, grief; akin to Old Norse tjōn loss, damage. First known use: 1818.