Meaning & Definition of word "Autumnal"

Autumnal

/ɔːˈtʌmnəl/

adjective:

  • 1. Relating to or characteristic of autumn.
    • Example: The garden was filled with autumnal colors, as the leaves turned shades of orange and red.
  • 2. Occurring in the autumn season.
    • Example: We enjoyed an autumnal picnic, surrounded by the crisp air and falling leaves.
  • 3. Suggestive of the later part of life; matured.
    • Example: His autumnal reflections on life inspired many of his younger colleagues.
  • 4. Pertaining to the harvest or a harvest festival.
    • Example: The town hosts an autumnal festival every year that celebrates the bounty of the season.

Etymology

Derived from Latin 'autumnalis', from 'autumnus' meaning autumn.

Common Phrases and Expressions

autumnal equinox:

The day when day and night are of equal length, marking the start of autumn.

autumnal vibes:

The feelings or atmosphere associated with the autumn season.

Related Words

autumn:

The season after summer and before winter.

harvest:

The process of gathering mature crops from the fields.

Slang Meanings of autumnal

Meaning: Chill or cozy feeling associated with autumn.

Example Sentence: I'm feeling so autumnal with all these pumpkin spice lattes.

Meaning: Mood or aesthetic related to fall.

Example Sentence: Let's get some autumnal photos for Instagram!