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perpetuity

 

[ ˌpɜːpəˈtjuːɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in finance

The state or quality of lasting forever; eternity. In financial terms, perpetuity refers to a stream of cash flows that will continue indefinitely.

Synonyms

eternity, everlasting, infinity

Examples of usage

  • The company offered a perpetuity of annual payments to the investors.
  • The concept of perpetuity is important in valuing bonds and stocks.
Context #2 | Noun

in legal terms

A limitation period that has no defined end, such as a restriction on the use of property that lasts forever.

Synonyms

forever, indefinitely, permanently

Examples of usage

  • The land was given to the city in perpetuity, meaning it could never be sold or developed.
  • The trust was established to benefit the community in perpetuity.

Translations

Translations of the word "perpetuity" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perpetuidade

🇮🇳 अनंतता

🇩🇪 Ewigkeit

🇮🇩 kekekalan

🇺🇦 вічність

🇵🇱 wieczność

🇯🇵 永続性 (えいぞくせい)

🇫🇷 perpétuité

🇪🇸 perpetuidad

🇹🇷 ebediyet

🇰🇷 영속성 (永續性)

🇸🇦 خلود

🇨🇿 věčnost

🇸🇰 večnosť

🇨🇳 永续 (yǒngxù)

🇸🇮 večno

🇮🇸 eilífð

🇰🇿 мәңгілік

🇬🇪 მარადიულობა

🇦🇿 əbədilik

🇲🇽 perpetuidad

Etymology

The word 'perpetuity' originated from the Latin word 'perpetuitas', which means 'endlessness' or 'eternity'. It has been used in various fields such as finance and law to denote a state of lasting forever or an indefinite period. The concept of perpetuity has been significant in financial calculations and legal agreements, ensuring continuity and long-term commitments.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,112, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.