Forever: meaning, definitions and examples

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forever

 

[ fəˈrɛvər ]

Adverb
Oxford 3000
Context #1 | Adverb

always

For all future time; for always.

Synonyms

always, eternally, permanently.

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Word Description / Examples
forever

Used to express an endless amount of time, often in informal or emotional language, such as between friends or loved ones.

  • I'll love you forever.
  • This moment will stay with me forever.
always

Used to indicate something that occurs at all times or on all occasions, often in habitual or repeated actions.

  • She always takes the bus to work.
  • I will always remember your kindness.
eternally

Used in more formal or poetic contexts to describe endless time or a timeless state, often with a sense of grandeur.

  • Their love will be eternally remembered.
  • He is eternally grateful for their support.
permanently

Used to convey that something is meant to last an indefinite period of time without changing, often in practical or formal settings.

  • The scar will remain permanently.
  • She found a job that she hopes will become permanent.

Examples of usage

  • They promised to love each other forever.
  • I will cherish these memories forever.
  • She will be in our hearts forever.
Context #2 | Adverb

for a very long or seemingly endless time

For a very long time; indefinitely.

Synonyms

endlessly, incessantly, infinitely.

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Word Description / Examples
forever

Used to describe something that lasts for an unlimited or long period of time, often seen in romantic or dramatic contexts.

  • I will love you forever
  • This memory will stay with me forever
endlessly

Used to describe an action or situation that continues without stopping, often implying it can become tiresome or monotonous.

  • The road stretched endlessly into the distance
  • She can talk about her favorite books endlessly
infinitely

Used to describe something with no limits or bounds, often in abstract or grandiose contexts.

  • The universe is infinitely large
  • She has infinitely more patience than I do
incessantly

Used to describe something that continues without pause or interruption, often in an annoying or exasperating way.

  • The baby cried incessantly throughout the night
  • The neighbors' dog barks incessantly

Examples of usage

  • We had to wait forever for the bus.
  • It took forever to finish the project.
  • The line at the store seemed to stretch on forever.

Translations

Translations of the word "forever" in other languages:

🇵🇹 para sempre

🇮🇳 हमेशा के लिए

🇩🇪 für immer

🇮🇩 selamanya

🇺🇦 назавжди

🇵🇱 na zawsze

🇯🇵 永遠に

🇫🇷 pour toujours

🇪🇸 para siempre

🇹🇷 sonsuz

🇰🇷 영원히

🇸🇦 إلى الأبد

🇨🇿 navždy

🇸🇰 navždy

🇨🇳 永远

🇸🇮 za vedno

🇮🇸 að eilífu

🇰🇿 мәңгі

🇬🇪 სამუდამოდ

🇦🇿 əbədi

🇲🇽 para siempre

Etymology

The word 'forever' originated from the combination of 'for' and 'ever', indicating an endless or infinite amount of time. The concept of eternity has been a central theme in various cultures and religions throughout history. The idea of something lasting forever has been a source of inspiration and contemplation for poets, philosophers, and artists alike.

See also: before, forecastle, forefather, foreman, foremost, forepart, forest.