centenary
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /sɛnˈtɛnəri/
KK: /sɛnˈtɛnəri/
adjective
Definition
Relating to a period of one hundred years or an event that happens every hundred years.
Example
The centenary celebration of the town will include various events and activities.
Conversation
Did you hear about the centenary celebration happening next year?
Yeah, it's exciting! I can't believe it's been 100 years already.
I know, right? We should definitely go and check it out.
Absolutely! It will be a great way to celebrate such a special occasion.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
centennial
hundredth
centurial
Antonyms
annual
decadal
biennial
noun
Definition
A period of 100 years, often used to mark anniversaries or significant events.
Example
The town celebrated its centenary with a big festival.
Conversation
Did you know that our town is celebrating its centenary this year?
Really? That's amazing! What kind of events are planned?
They are organizing a big festival with music and games for everyone.
Root Explanation
Centenary → It is formed from "cent" (from Latin "centum", meaning one hundred) and "-ary" (meaning relating to or connected with). The word "centenary" refers to something that is related to or commemorates a period of one hundred years.
Memory Tip
Think of 'cent' meaning one hundred, and '-ary' indicating a relation — so centenary is about something that relates to a hundred years.
Visually Confused Words
bicentenary
tricentenary
tercentenary
sexcentenary
octenary
catenary
septcentenary
semicentenary