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How do you pronounce "annual" and what does it mean?

annual

noun, adjective

How to pronounce annual?

The word annual sounds like an-nu-al
/'ænjuəl/

What is the definition of annual?

nouna reference book that is published regularly once every year
adjectiveoccurring or payable every year
Examples
  • an annual trip to Paris
  • annual (or yearly) income
adjectivecompleting its life cycle within a year
Examples
  • a border of annual flowering plants
noun(botany) a plant that completes its entire life cycle within the space of a year

What is the definition of annual?

  • Annual is an adjective that means occurring once every year.

What is the etymology of the word annual?

  • The word annual comes from the Latin word 'annus' meaning 'year'.

What are synonyms for annual?

  • Yearly
  • annualized
  • perennial

What is the opposite of annual?

  • Sporadic
  • irregular
  • infrequent

What are some examples of annual events?

  • New Year's Day
  • Christmas
  • Thanksgiving
  • birthdays

What is the difference between annual and biennial?

  • Annual means occurring once every year, while biennial means occurring once every two years.

What is the difference between annual and perennial?

  • Annual means living or lasting for one year, while perennial means living or lasting for several years.

Is annual a noun or an adjective?

  • Annual is an adjective.

Can you give a sentence using the word annual?

  • The company holds an annual meeting to discuss its performance.

What is the plural form of annual?

  • The plural form of annual is annuals.