Century (Noun)
Meaning 1
Ten 10s.
Classification
Nouns denoting quantities and units of measure.
Synonyms
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A period of 100 years.
Classification
Nouns denoting time and temporal relations.
Examples
- The 22nd century is expected to see significant advancements in space exploration and colonization.
- She was determined to make it big in the entertainment industry within this century.
- The city's architecture reflects the different cultural influences that have shaped it over the past century.
- The company was founded in the late 19th century and has been family-owned ever since.
- By the end of the 20th century, the country had made tremendous progress in eradicating poverty and illiteracy.