annual

[ˈænjuəl]

annual Definition

• 1. occurring once every year
• 2. a book or magazine that is published once a year

Using annual: Examples

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

• Example

  The annual report is due next month.

• Example

  We have an annual family reunion every summer.

• Example

  The company holds an annual meeting for shareholders.

• Example

  The plant is an annual, meaning it completes its life cycle in one growing season.

annual Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for annual

• yearly
• perennial
• once-a-year

Antonyms for annual

• biennial
• triennial
• irregular

Phrases with annual

• annual leave

  paid time off work given to employees each year

  Example

  I'm taking my annual leave next week to go on vacation.

• annual income

  the amount of money earned in a year

  Example

  The job pays an annual income of $50,000.

• annual subscription

  a payment made once a year to receive a service or product

  Example

  I renewed my annual subscription to the magazine.

Origins of annual

from Latin 'annuus', meaning 'yearly'

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Summary: annual in Brief

The term 'annual' [ˈænjuəl] refers to something that occurs once every year. It can be used as an adjective or a noun, as in 'annual report' or 'annual plant.' Synonyms include 'yearly' and 'once-a-year.' Phrases like 'annual leave' and 'annual income' use 'annual' to denote a yearly occurrence or amount. 'Annual subscription' refers to a payment made once a year to receive a service or product.