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peers

n. countable
B2 Upper Intermediate US //ˈpɪɹz// peers

n. people who are the same age as you or have the same social position. You often use this word to talk about your friends, classmates, or coworkers.

n. individuals who share the same age, status, or ability level as another person. Often used in sociological or educational contexts to discuss social influence or professional standing.


SIMPLE

Children often want to be liked by their peers.

CONTEXTUAL

The researcher submitted her findings to be reviewed by her peers before the article was published in the journal.

COMPLEX

While parental guidance remains significant during adolescence, the influence of peers often becomes the primary driver of social behavior and aesthetic preferences.

Synonyms
Origin

Variant of Piers.

Usage

Almost always used in the plural form when referring to a social group.

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