triennial

[trahy-en-ee-uhl]

triennial Definition

  • 1occurring every three years
  • 2lasting for three years

Using triennial: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "triennial" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The triennial conference will be held in Tokyo next year.

  • Example

    The triennial report is due next month.

  • Example

    The company has a triennial evaluation process for its employees.

triennial Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for triennial

Phrases with triennial

  • a span of three years

    Example

    The budget plan covers the triennial period from 2022 to 2025.

  • an occasion that happens every three years

    Example

    The triennial art exhibition attracts visitors from all over the world.

  • a sequence of events that repeats every three years

    Example

    The triennial cycle of the Olympic Games includes the Summer and Winter Games.

Origins of triennial

from Latin 'triennium', meaning 'a period of three years'

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Summary: triennial in Brief

'Triennial' [trahy-en-ee-uhl] is an adjective that describes something occurring or lasting for three years. It is often used to describe events, reports, or evaluations that take place every three years, such as 'The triennial conference will be held in Tokyo next year.' 'Triennial' can also refer to a period of three years, as in 'The budget plan covers the triennial period from 2022 to 2025.'