Synonyms for

Perennial

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

Definition

Perennial means lasting or existing for a long time, or returning year after year.

Synonyms & similar words

recurrent repeated annual long-lasting enduring everlasting continual persistent endemic eternal habitual recurring recurrent resistant sustained unceasing unfailing uninterrupted unvarying ageless immutable indestructible invariable

Synonyms by register

Formal

enduring persistent constant everlasting

Informal

long-lasting all-the-time ever-present

Literary

evergreen immortal age-old

Antonyms

temporary transient short-lived fleeting ephemeral passing

Common collocations

  • perennial problem
  • perennial favorite
  • perennial plant
  • perennial issue
  • perennial question
  • perennial classic
  • perennial appeal

Word family

noun perennial
adjective perennial

Usage note

While 'perennial' can describe something that lasts a long time, it is most commonly used in botany to describe plants that live for more than two years. Its figurative use for problems or issues can sometimes imply a recurring or unchanging nature.

Example sentences

  1. The oak tree is a perennial plant that lives for many years.
  2. My grandmother's love is as perennial as the flowers in her garden.
  3. Perennial problems require long-term solutions.
  4. The perennial debate about which is better, cats or dogs, continues.
  5. The perennial favorite flavor of ice cream is vanilla.

Quotes

  • The love of gardening is a seed once sown that never dies, but never grows to the enduring happiness that the love of gardening gives. - Gertrude Jekyll
  • The perennial conviction that those who work hard and play by the rules will be rewarded with a more comfortable present and a stronger future for their children faces assault from just about every direction. - Bob Inglis
  • I hope that while so many people are out smelling the flowers, someone is taking the time to plant some. - Herbert Rappaport

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