ripeness

Definitions

The state of being fully grown or developed and ready to be eaten.

The quality of being fully prepared or at the most suitable stage for a particular purpose or action.

Examples

The farmer carefully checked the ripeness of the peaches before harvesting them.

The cheese was aged to the perfect level of ripeness to ensure a rich and complex flavor.

Synonyms

maturity readiness perfection fullness development mellowing completeness

Antonyms

immaturity rawness unripeness greenness underdevelopment crudeness inexperience