Centennial

usgb/senˈteniəl/
adjective

Related to a 100-year period.

The city is planning a huge party for its centennial anniversary next year
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Often appears as...

  • centennial celebration
  • centennial anniversary
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Celebratory Context

Often used to talk about city, institution, or country anniversaries, usually with festivities.

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The town's centennial celebration included a parade and fireworks.
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Not Annual

'Centennial' refers specifically to 100-year milestones, not more frequent annual events.

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Our country will mark its next centennial in 2076.
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Historical Importance

Centennial anniversaries often celebrate historically significant moments.

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The centennial of the armistice was solemnly observed nationwide.
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