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Definition of nineties

nineties

/ˈnaɪn.tiz/
nine · ties
Plural:nineties
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• noun

1

The decade from 90 to 99 in a century, especially the 1990s.

Example

"The fashion and music of the nineties continue to influence modern youth culture."

2

The numbers from 90 to 99, especially when referring to someone's age or a range of temperatures or scores.

Example

"My grandmother remained active and independent well into her nineties."

• Nearby Words

niner
nineteen
nineteenth
nineties
ninetieth
ninety
ninetyfold

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Nineties. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/nineties
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