Meaning of the word millennial in English

What does millennial mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

millennial

US /mɪˈlen.i.əl/
UK /mɪˈlen.i.əl/
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Noun

a person reaching young adulthood in the early 21st century, typically born between 1981 and 1996

Example:
Many millennials prefer digital communication over phone calls.
As a millennial, she grew up during the rise of the internet.

Adjective

relating to millennials or the period in which they reached adulthood

Example:
The company is targeting the millennial market.
They discussed millennial trends in the workplace.