Pronunciation

/ˈænjuəl/

Definitions

• Adjective: Occurring once a year; yearly. For example: “The annual report summarizes our financial performance.”
• Noun: A publication issued annually, especially one containing financial information or statistical data. For example: “The company releases its annual report in late December.”
• Verb: To occur or happen annually. For example: “The conference is held annually in New York.”

Phrases

• “Annual leave” refers to vacation time given on a yearly basis.
• “Annual subscription” is a payment for a service that lasts for a whole year.
• “Annual cycle” describes the recurring events or patterns in nature, such as plant growth and migration.

Example Sentences

• Adjective: “The company’s annual sales have been steadily increasing.”
• Noun: “Employees can apply for three weeks of annual leave.”
• Verb: “The festival is an annual event that attracts thousands of visitors.”

Synonyms

• Yearly
• Perennial
• Regular
• Seasonal
• Annualized

Antonyms

• Irregular
• Biannual (occurring twice a year)
• Monthly
• Daily
• One-time