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everlasting

 

[ ˌɛvərˈlæstɪŋ ]

Adjective / Noun
Context #1 | Adjective

time

Lasting forever or for a very long time; eternal.

Synonyms

enduring, eternal, permanent

Examples of usage

  • The love between them was everlasting.
  • The beauty of the sunset was everlasting.
Context #2 | Noun

religion

Eternal life in heaven, especially as promised to Christians.

Synonyms

eternity, immortality, perpetuity

Examples of usage

  • Believers look forward to the everlasting afterlife.
  • The concept of everlasting is central to many religious teachings.

Translations

Translations of the word "everlasting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 eterno

🇮🇳 अनन्त

🇩🇪 ewig

🇮🇩 abadi

🇺🇦 вічний

🇵🇱 wieczny

🇯🇵 永遠の (eien no)

🇫🇷 éternel

🇪🇸 eterno

🇹🇷 sonsuz

🇰🇷 영원한 (yeong-wonhan)

🇸🇦 أبدي

🇨🇿 věčný

🇸🇰 večný

🇨🇳 永恒的 (yǒnghéng de)

🇸🇮 večen

🇮🇸 eilífur

🇰🇿 мәңгілік

🇬🇪 მარადის

🇦🇿 əbədi

🇲🇽 eterno

Etymology

The word 'everlasting' originated from the combination of 'ever' and 'lasting' in Middle English. It has been used since the 13th century to describe something that lasts forever or for an indefinite amount of time. The concept of everlasting has been a central theme in various religions and philosophies, symbolizing eternal life, permanence, and continuity.

Word Frequency Rank

Position #8,828 indicates this is an advanced-level word. While not essential for basic communication, it will enhance your ability to understand and create more nuanced content.