Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
centuries
noun
/ˈsɛn.tʃər.iz/
Definition
A period of one hundred years.
Examples
- The 18th and 19th centuries saw significant advancements in technology.
- Many ancient civilizations thrived for several centuries before falling into decline.
- She has been studying art from various centuries to understand its evolution.
Meaning
The term ‘centuries’ refers to multiple spans of one hundred years, commonly used to denote the length of time in historical contexts or timelines.
Synonyms
- hundreds of years
- hundred-year periods
- ages
