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A decade is ten years.
What does Decade mean?
A decade is 10 years.
Dictionary definition
A period of ten years.
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The town changed a lot in one decade.
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Historians often compare events by decade to show change over time.
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What does decade mean?
Decade means 10 years.
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Which choice is closest in meaning to decade?
The choice "ten-year period" is closest in meaning because decade means 10 years.
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Which choice is the best antonym or contrast for decade?
The choice "moment" is a strong contrast because decade means 10 years.
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MeaningDecade means A decade is 10 years.
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Synonyms
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ten-year periodA span of ten years.
eraA broad time period, sometimes used less exactly.
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decade
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A decade is 10 years.
Common mix-up
Decade is not the same as moment. Decade means a decade is 10 years.
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Read this model sentence: The town changed a lot in one decade. Clue words: town, changed, lot. Underline clue words that show why decade fits instead of moment. Now write one new sentence that shows decade without using the word decade. Ask: Does my sentence clearly show decade?
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