periods (A2)

noun

Pronunciation: /ˈpɪəriədz/

Definition

A length or portion of time distinguished from other periods by particular events or characteristics.

Examples

• The Renaissance was a period of great artistic achievement.

• We are living in a period of rapid technological change.

• The company experienced a period of financial difficulty.

How to Use periods

period of time (collocation)

A duration of time. — "This is a difficult period of time for everyone."

end of a period (collocation)

The conclusion of a specific duration. — "At the end of the period, students handed in their exams."

Synonyms of periods

Words with a similar meaning to periods:

• time
• era
• spell
• duration

Antonyms of periods

Words with the opposite meaning to periods:

• moment
• eternity

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