Everlasting: meaning, definitions and examples

Used to describe something that lasts forever or for a very long time. It often has a poetic or emotional tone.

• Their love was everlasting
• The poet wrote about the everlasting beauty of nature

Used to describe something that has no beginning or end, often in a religious or philosophical context.

• They believe in eternal life
• The universe is vast and eternal

Used to describe something that is intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely, often used in practical or everyday contexts.

• She has a permanent job now
• They got a permanent marker to label the boxes

Used to describe something that continues to exist for a long time despite difficulties or hardships.

• Their friendship was enduring
• The building has withstood the test of time, an enduring symbol of the city's history

When describing something that will last forever or an emotional state implying unending duration.

• Their love was everlasting
• The stars in the sky seem everlasting

To describe an infinite or timeless state, often used in spiritual or philosophical contexts.

• He believed his soul would live on in eternity
• The concept of eternity is hard to grasp

To talk about someone or something that cannot die or an idea of living forever, often in myths and legends.

• The ancient gods were believed to have immortality
• She sought immortality through her writing

Used mainly in legal or financial contexts to describe something that will continue indefinitely.

• The land was given to the family in perpetuity
• The trust fund was established to last in perpetuity