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Perennial: meaning, definitions and examples

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perennial

 

[ pəˈrɛnɪəl ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

plants

Lasting or existing for a long or apparently infinite time; enduring or continually recurring.

Synonyms

constant, enduring, everlasting, long-lasting

Examples of usage

  • The garden is full of perennial flowers.
  • The perennial river flows all year round.
  • Perennial plants require little maintenance.
Context #2 | Noun

time

Something that is continuing or recurrent.

Synonyms

chronic, continuing, recurring

Examples of usage

  • The perennial of poverty.

Translations

Translations of the word "perennial" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perene

🇮🇳 बारहमासी

🇩🇪 mehrjährig

🇮🇩 abadi

🇺🇦 багаторічний

🇵🇱 wieloletni

🇯🇵 多年生の

🇫🇷 vivace

🇪🇸 perenne

🇹🇷 çok yıllık

🇰🇷 다년생의

🇸🇦 دائم

🇨🇿 trvalý

🇸🇰 trvalý

🇨🇳 多年生

🇸🇮 trajnica

🇮🇸 fjölær

🇰🇿 көпжылдық

🇬🇪 მრავალწლიანი

🇦🇿 çoxillik

🇲🇽 perenne

Etymology

The word 'perennial' comes from the Latin word 'perennis', which means 'lasting through the year'. It has been used in English since the 17th century to describe something that is lasting or recurring. In botany, 'perennial' refers to plants that live for more than two years, while in general use, it is often used to describe something that is enduring or constant.

See also: annual, annualized, annually.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #9,257 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.