seasonal

adjective

sea·​son·​al ˈsē-zᵊn-əl How to pronounce seasonal (audio)
ˈsēz-nəl
1
: of, relating to, or varying in occurrence according to the season
seasonal storms
2
: affected or caused by seasonal need or availability
seasonal industries
seasonality noun
seasonally
ˈsē-zᵊn-ə-lē How to pronounce seasonal (audio)
ˈsēz-nə-lē
adverb

Examples of seasonal in a Sentence

The rise in gas prices is seasonal. The store hires seasonal workers during the holidays.
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The Connaught Grill Beloved as one of London’s most historic dining venues, The Connaught Grill debuted a summer menu that emphasizes seasonal British coastal produce. Rachel Dube, Forbes.com, 3 Aug. 2025 Among the beverage choices, customers can choose from a menu showcasing seasonal flavors, classic coffees, protein coffees, smoothies, matchas, shakes, energy drinks, snacks and more. Jason Dill, Miami Herald, 2 Aug. 2025 Expect a rotating seasonal menu inspired by French, Spanish and Portuguese cuisine alongside thoughtful wine pairings. Bahar Anooshahr, AZCentral.com, 1 Aug. 2025 Between 12-15 flavors are available daily, and creative seasonal flavors include Golden Milk, Apple + Fennel and Chocolate Mousse. Charlottefive Staff, Charlotte Observer, 1 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for seasonal

Word History

First Known Use

1838, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of seasonal was in 1838

Cite this Entry

“Seasonal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/seasonal. Accessed 7 Aug. 2025.

Kids Definition

seasonal

adjective
sea·​son·​al ˈsēz-nəl How to pronounce seasonal (audio)
-ᵊn-əl
: of, relating to, or restricted to a particular season
seasonal industries
seasonally
-nə-lē How to pronounce seasonal (audio)
-ᵊn-ə-lē
adverb

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