centennial
2 synonyms for centennial, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Relating to a hundredth anniversary.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
hundred-year-old
Synonyms by Meaning
1. adj
Relating to a hundredth anniversary.
“The town held a parade for its centennial celebration.”
hundred-year-old
centenary
2. noun
The hundredth anniversary of an event.
“This year marks the centennial of the university's founding.”
How to use centennial
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
centennial celebration
centennial anniversary
Etymology
From Late Latin centennis, "of a hundred years," plus the adjective ending "-al."
Full origin of centennial →Frequently asked questions
What does “centennial” mean?
The word “centennial” means relating to a hundredth anniversary. In plain terms, to do with a 100th anniversary, or the anniversary itself.
How do you pronounce “centennial”?
“Centennial” is pronounced sehn-TEH-neerl (/sɛnˈtɛnɪəl/ in IPA).
How do you use “centennial” in a sentence?
Here is “centennial” used in a sentence: “The town held a parade for its centennial celebration.”
What is another word for “centennial”?
Words with a similar meaning to “centennial” include hundred-year-old and centenary.
What part of speech is “centennial”?
Depending on how it is used, “centennial” can be an adjective and a noun.
Where does the word “centennial” come from?
The word “centennial” comes from Late Latin. From Late Latin centennis, "of a hundred years," plus the adjective ending "-al.".
Is “centennial” a common word?
“Centennial” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “centennial” have?
“Centennial” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: relating to a hundredth anniversary.
