Perennially: meaning, definitions and examples
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perennially
[ pษหrษn.ษ.li ]
time duration
Perennially refers to something that lasts or is active throughout the year or an extended period. It implies a sense of continuity and repetition, often relating to natural phenomena or characteristics that recur regularly. For example, a plant that grows perennially returns year after year without needing to be replanted. This term also applies to concepts or situations that are enduring or constant, emphasizing their unchanging nature over time.
Synonyms
constantly, continuously, everlastingly, repeatedly
Examples of usage
- Perennially blooming flowers add color to the garden.
- The perennially reliable source provided consistent data.
- He perennially struggles with time management.
- The river flows perennially through the valley.
Translations
Translations of the word "perennially" in other languages:
๐ต๐น perenemente
๐ฎ๐ณ เคธเคฆเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช stรคndig
๐ฎ๐ฉ selamanya
๐บ๐ฆ ะฒััะฝะพ
๐ต๐ฑ wiecznie
๐ฏ๐ต ๆฐธ้ ใซ
๐ซ๐ท pรฉrennement
๐ช๐ธ perpetuamente
๐น๐ท daima
๐ฐ๐ท ์์ํ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุฏุงุฆู ูุง
๐จ๐ฟ trvale
๐ธ๐ฐ trvalo
๐จ๐ณ ๆฐธไน
๐ธ๐ฎ nenehno
๐ฎ๐ธ eilรญflega
๐ฐ๐ฟ ะผำาฃะณั
๐ฌ๐ช แฃแแแแแก
๐ฆ๐ฟ davamlฤฑ
๐ฒ๐ฝ perpetuamente
Etymology
The word 'perennially' comes from the adjective 'perennial', which is derived from the Latin word 'perennialis', meaning 'lasting through the year'. This Latin term itself is rooted in 'perennis', combining 'per-' (through) and 'annus' (year), thus suggesting something that lasts throughout the entire year. 'Perennial' was adopted into English in the late 14th century, initially used in the context of plants that grow and bloom year after year. Over time, its usage expanded to encompass various concepts and situations that exhibit permanence or continual recurrence. Today, it is commonly used in both botanical contexts, as well as in more abstract discussions, reflecting ideas that are enduring or recurrent, underlining the richness of the term in the English language.
Word Frequency Rank
At rank #28,426, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.
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