1. adults; people who are fully grown and mature
Usage: plural of grownup; informal

Examples

• The children asked the grownups for permission to stay up late.
• At the party, the grownups sat in the living room while the kids played outside.
• She felt proud to be included in the grownups’ conversation.
• The movie was too scary for children but perfect for grownups.
• When do you think kids start wanting to act like grownups?
• The grownups were discussing serious topics at dinner.