Meaning & Definition of Perennial in English

Detailed Definitions

• Definition: Botanically, a plant that lives for more than two years.

  Example Sentence: Roses are a popular choice for perennial gardening.

• Definition: Continuing without interruption; enduring.

  Example Sentence: Her perennial optimism was infectious.

• Definition: Repeated or recurring regularly.

  Example Sentence: He had a perennial struggle with procrastination.

Etymology

Origin: From Latin 'perennialis', from 'per' (through) + 'annus' (year).

Synonyms

Common Phrases and Expressions

• perennial favorite: A choice or option that is consistently liked or preferred.
• perennial problem: A problem that keeps recurring and seems difficult to solve.
• perennial bloom: A plant that continuously flowers over an extended period.

Translations

• Spanish: perenne

• French: vivace

• German: perennial

• Russian: многолетний

Related Words

• annual: Occurring once a year.

• biennial: Occurring every two years.