unripeness
/ʌnˈraɪpnəs/
noun
- The state or quality of being unripe; lack of maturity, especially in fruit or crops.
- The unripeness of the oranges made them too sour for juice.
- The unripeness of the berries was obvious from their pale color.
- Farmers check for unripeness before deciding when to harvest.
- Lack of readiness or full development (used figuratively).
- The unripeness of the proposal meant it was rejected by the committee.
- The unripeness of the technology made it unreliable for everyday use.
- His emotional unripeness caused problems in his relationships.
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