Definition

A bicentenary is a celebration or event that marks the 200th anniversary of a significant occurrence.

Example

The town held a festival to celebrate its bicentenary this year.

Conversation

Did you hear about the city's bicentenary celebration this year?

Yeah, I read something about it in the news!

I think it will be a huge event with lots of activities.

For sure! I can’t wait to see what they have planned.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Bicentenary → It is formed from "bi-" (meaning two) and "centenary" (from Latin "centenarius", meaning a hundred). The word refers to the celebration or occurrence of an event that happens every two hundred years.

Memory Tip

Think of 'bi-' meaning two and 'centenary' relating to a hundred — so bicentenary is about something that happens every two hundred years.

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