centennial

noun

cen·​ten·​ni·​al sen-ˈte-nē-əl How to pronounce centennial (audio)
: a 100th anniversary or its celebration
centennial adjective
centennially adverb

Examples of centennial in a Sentence

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The Yosemite centennial has been a bright spot during a challenging time for both the USPS and the National Park Service. Hailey Branson-Potts, Los Angeles Times, 23 May 2025 Bahamians’ contributions to Coral Gables, particularly their quality craftsmanship in building the city, are being highlighted this year during the city’s centennial celebration. Jimena Romero, Miami Herald, 19 May 2025 Yet in the days leading up to his centennial, there is a singular word that perpetuates itself in this country and worldwide – love. Ken Makin, Christian Science Monitor, 18 May 2025 In 2012, various celebrations were planned to commemorate the centennial of the gift. Kholood Eid, New York Times, 2 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for centennial

Word History

Etymology

Latin centum + English -ennial (as in biennial)

First Known Use

1791, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of centennial was in 1791

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“Centennial.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/centennial. Accessed 5 Jun. 2025.

Kids Definition

centennial

1 of 2 noun
cen·​ten·​ni·​al
sen-ˈten-ē-əl
: a 100th anniversary or its celebration

centennial

2 of 2 adjective
: relating to a period of 100 years
centennially
-ē-ə-lē
adverb

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