quinquennium
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9.9
A period of five years
- noun
- /kwɪnˈkwɛniəm/
- Formal
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quinquenio
- We are planning a review at the end of the quinquennium.
Examples
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Each quinquennium brings a new strategic plan for the company.
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The museum's growth was remarkable during the last quinquennium.
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Statistics are reviewed at the end of every quinquennium to assess progress.
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The project will last for a full quinquennium.
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The project was planned to last for a full quinquennium, ensuring ample time for development and evaluation.
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After a quinquennium of dedicated service, she decided to retire and pursue her passions.
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The country set ambitious goals for economic growth over the next quinquennium.
How Long
Surface Forms
quinquennium singular
quinquenniums plural
Etymology
Quinquennium comes from the Latin parts quinque ('five') and annum ('year'). Think of it like a musical quintet of years or five annual cycles together, so a quinquennium is a period of five years.