Immortally: meaning, definitions and examples
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immortally
[ ɪˈmɔːr.təl.i ]
philosophical discussion
Immortally refers to a state or quality of being immortal, which means to live forever or to exist beyond death. The term is often used in discussions about life after death, the soul, and eternal existence in various philosophical and religious contexts. It suggests an unending life that transcends physical mortality, often evoking concepts of an everlasting spirit or enduring legacy.
Synonyms
eternally, everlastingly, infinitely.
Examples of usage
- The hero is said to be immortal, living immortally in stories.
- Legends claim that the gods exist immortally on Olympus.
- Many cultures believe that the soul lives immortally after death.
Translations
Translations of the word "immortally" in other languages:
🇵🇹 imortalmente
🇮🇳 अमरता से
🇩🇪 unsterblich
🇮🇩 secara abadi
🇺🇦 безсмертно
🇵🇱 nieśmiertelnie
🇯🇵 不死身で
🇫🇷 immortellement
🇪🇸 inmortalmente
🇹🇷 ölümsüzce
🇰🇷 불멸적으로
🇸🇦 خلودًا
🇨🇿 nesmrtelně
🇸🇰 nesmrteľne
🇨🇳 不朽地
🇸🇮 nesmrtno
🇮🇸 óendanlega
🇰🇿 мәңгілік
🇬🇪 უდვდოდ
🇦🇿 ölümsüzcə
🇲🇽 inmortalmente
Etymology
The word 'immortally' derives from the Latin term 'immortalitas', which is rooted in 'immortalis'. This Latin word combines 'in-' (not) and 'mortalis' (mortal or subject to death), illustrating the concept of existing beyond mortality. The '-ly' suffix transforms the adjective 'immortal' into an adverb, allowing it to describe the manner in which something is done or exists. Throughout history, the idea of immortality has fascinated humanity, influencing various cultures and religions. Philosophical debates about the nature of the soul and what happens after death have kept the concept alive through literature, mythology, and even science, as ideas of living eternally challenge our understanding of life and existence. The term has evolved in usage, finding meaning in both spiritual contexts and discussions about legacy and remembrance.