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permanently

 

[ ˈpɜːmənəntli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a lasting and enduring manner

Permanently means in a way that lasts or remains unchanged indefinitely. It indicates a state or condition that is not temporary or fleeting.

Synonyms

endlessly, eternally, forever, indefinitely

Examples of usage

  • He decided to permanently move to the countryside.
  • The tattoo was permanently inked on his arm.
  • She wanted the changes to be permanently implemented.
Context #2 | Adjective

lasting for a long time or indefinitely

When something is described as permanently, it means that it will exist or remain for an extended period, without any expectation of change or termination.

Synonyms

enduring, irreversible, lasting, unchangeable

Examples of usage

  • The damage to the building was permanently visible.
  • Her decision to resign was permanently affecting the team.
  • The memory of that day was permanently etched in his mind.

Translations

Translations of the word "permanently" in other languages:

🇵🇹 permanentemente

🇮🇳 स्थायी रूप से

🇩🇪 permanent

🇮🇩 permanen

🇺🇦 постійно

🇵🇱 na stałe

🇯🇵 永久に (えいきゅうに)

🇫🇷 permanemment

🇪🇸 permanentemente

🇹🇷 kalıcı olarak

🇰🇷 영구적으로 (yeongujeogeuro)

🇸🇦 بشكل دائم

🇨🇿 trvale

🇸🇰 trvalo

🇨🇳 永久地 (yǒngjiǔ de)

🇸🇮 trajno

🇮🇸 varanlega

🇰🇿 тұрақты түрде

🇬🇪 მუდმივად (mudmivad)

🇦🇿 daimi olaraq

🇲🇽 permanentemente

Etymology

The word 'permanently' originated from the Latin word 'permanens', which means 'remaining to the end'. It entered the English language in the late 16th century. The concept of permanence has been a significant aspect of human societies, reflecting the desire for stability and continuity in various aspects of life.

See also: impermanent.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #4,849, this word represents useful upper-intermediate vocabulary. Understanding and using it will help you express more complex ideas effectively.