quinquennial
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /kwɪŋˈkwɛn.i.əl/
KK: /kwɪŋˈkwɛn.i.əl/
adjective
Definition
Something that happens or is done every five years.
Example
The quinquennial festival attracts visitors from all over the country.
Conversation
Have you heard about the quinquennial festival coming up next year?
Yeah, I can't believe it's already been five years since the last one!
I know, right? It feels like time flies so fast.
I'm excited to see what new events they'll have for this quinquennial celebration!
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
five-year
pentennial
quinque
Antonyms
annual
biennial
triennial
noun
Definition
An event that happens every five years, or a celebration marking the fifth anniversary of something.
Example
The city held a quinquennial celebration to mark its 50th anniversary.
Conversation
Did you know our school is celebrating its quinquennial anniversary this year?
Wow, that's a big milestone! What are they planning?
I heard there will be a big party and some special events.
Root Explanation
Quinquennial → It is formed from "quinque" (meaning five) and "annus" (meaning year). The word "quinquennial" refers to an event that occurs every five years.
Memory Tip
Think of 'five' ('quinque') and 'year' ('annus') to remember that 'quinquennial' means something that happens every five years.
Visually Confused Words
No commonly confused words.