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quadrennial

Intermediate (B1)

IPA: //kwəˈdrɛn.i.əl//

KK: /kwɑˈdrɛn.i.əl/

adjective
Definition

Something that happens or lasts for four years.


Example

The quadrennial event attracts participants from all over the world.


Conversation
Sloth A
Did you know the Olympics are a quadrennial event?
Sloth B
Yeah, I always look forward to watching them every four years!
Sloth A
It's fascinating to see how the games evolve during each quadrennial cycle.
Sloth B
Absolutely! I can't wait to see what new sports they introduce next time.

Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
four-year
quadrennal
fourfold
Antonyms
annual
biennial
triennial
Root Explanation

Quadrennial → It is formed from "quad-" (meaning four) and "annus" (meaning year). The word "quadrennial" refers to an event that occurs every four years.

Memory Tip

Think of 'four' ('quad-') and 'year' ('annus') to remember that 'quadrennial' means something that happens every four years.

Visually Confused Words

No commonly confused words.

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