noun
Uncommon
eighties
Eighties (noun) means the decade running from 80 to 89 in a century, especially the 1980s. Example: “She loves eighties music, especially the synth-pop.”
noun
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The decade running from 80 to 89 in a century, especially the 1980s.
"She loves eighties music, especially the synth-pop."
"My grandfather is in his eighties now."
How to use eighties
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishEither the 1980s or the age range from 80 to 89.
Common pairings
in the eighties
eighties fashion
in your eighties
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'80s
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Rhymes for eighties
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What does “eighties” mean?
The word “eighties” means the decade running from 80 to 89 in a century, especially the 1980s. In plain terms, either the 1980s or the age range from 80 to 89.
How do you use “eighties” in a sentence?
Here is “eighties” used in a sentence: “She loves eighties music, especially the synth-pop.”
What is another word for “eighties”?
Words with a similar meaning to “eighties” include '80s and 80s.
What part of speech is “eighties”?
“Eighties” is a noun.
Is “eighties” a common word?
“Eighties” is an uncommon word in modern English.
