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perennial

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Adj — Lasting for a very long time or recurring continually.

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How to use perennial

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Etymology

From Latin perennis, "lasting through the year", from per- ("throughout") + annus ("year").

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Frequently asked questions

What does “perennial” mean?

The word “perennial” means lasting for a very long time or recurring continually. In plain terms, something that keeps coming back or lasts a long time — describing either a recurring issue or a plant that survives year after year.

How do you pronounce “perennial”?

“Perennial” is pronounced puh-REHN-ih-uhl (/pəˈɹɛn.j(ə)l/ in IPA).

How do you use “perennial” in a sentence?

Here is “perennial” used in a sentence: “Traffic congestion is a perennial problem in the city centre.”

What part of speech is “perennial”?

Depending on how it is used, “perennial” can be an adjective and a noun.

Where does the word “perennial” come from?

The word “perennial” comes from Latin. From Latin perennis, "lasting through the year", from per- ("throughout") + annus ("year").

Is “perennial” a common word?

“Perennial” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “perennial” have?

“Perennial” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: lasting for a very long time or recurring continually.

Related words

perennate perennating perennation perennious perennity

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