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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

Word origin

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.