decennium
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /dɪˈsɛn.i.əm/
KK: /dɪˈsɛn.i.əm/
noun
Definition
A time span that lasts for ten years, also known as a decade.
Example
The 1990s were a significant decennium for technological advancements.
Conversation
Can you believe it's been a whole decennium since we graduated?
Time really flies, doesn’t it?
I know! It feels like just yesterday we were in school together.
Yeah, so much has changed in just one decennium.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
decade
Antonyms
Root Explanation
Decennium is formed from "decem" (meaning ten) and "annus" (meaning year). The word refers to a period of ten years.
Memory Tip
Think of 'decem' meaning ten and 'annus' meaning year — that's why decennium refers to a span of ten years.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.