perennial (B2)
adjective
Pronunciation: /pəˈrɛniəl/
Definition
Lasting or existing for a long, or apparently infinite, time; enduring or continually recurring.
Examples
The perennial problem of traffic congestion continues to plague the city.
Her perennial optimism was infectious, even during difficult times.
The perennial debate over the best way to educate children never seems to end.
How to Use perennial
- perennial problem (collocation)
- A problem that exists or recurs for a long time. — "The perennial problem of youth unemployment requires long-term solutions."
- perennial favorite (collocation)
- Something or someone that is consistently liked or preferred over time. — "The chocolate cake is a perennial favorite at family gatherings."
- perennial plant (collocation)
- A plant that lives for more than two years. — "Many herbs are perennial plants, returning each spring."
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