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noun
Synonyms:1990s
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Nineties definition: The decade from 1990 to 1999, inclusive.

Definitions of Nineties

  1. 1noun

    The decade from 1990 to 1999, inclusive.

  2. 2noun

    The period of life between 90 and 99 years of age.

Example Sentences

“Fashion in the nineties was very distinctive.”

“My grandmother is in her nineties and still very active.”

Synonyms

1990s

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nounninety
adjectiveninetieth

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Nineties definition: The decade from 1990 to 1999, inclusive.
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