Synonyms for

Biennial

Verb / baɪˈeni:ʌl / Another word for biennial — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Biennial means occurring every two years.

Synonyms & similar words

perennial biyearly twoyear biyearly biannual

Synonyms by register

Formal

two-year occurring every two years lasting two years

Antonyms

annual yearly once-a-year monennial perennial

Common collocations

  • biennial event
  • biennial report
  • biennial review
  • biennial election
  • biennial meeting
  • biennial competition
  • biennial exhibition

Word family

noun biennium
adjective biennial

Usage note

Primarily used in formal contexts, especially for events, reports, or cycles that occur every two years. Be careful not to confuse with 'perennial', which means lasting for a long time or occurring year after year.

Example sentences

  1. The biennial flower only blooms every other year.
  2. The biennial art show is happening again this year.
  3. The biennial conference will take place in two years.
  4. The biennial report is due by next year.
  5. The biennial election for class president is coming up.

Quotes

  • 'I am a biennial. I blossom once every two years.' - Anonymous
  • 'The only thing that should be separated by color is laundry.' - Anonymous
  • 'I think it's important that we remember that biennial elections are really important.' - Stacey Abrams

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