Timeless: meaning, definitions and examples

This word appears twice in the list; here's a reminder: Suitable for describing things that remain appealing and relevant through time.

• The timeless beauty of a rose never fades
• His work possesses a timeless quality that new generations appreciate

Best used for something that lasts forever, often with a spiritual or poetic connotation.

• They promised each other eternal love
• The philosopher pondered the eternal questions of life and death

Used to describe someone or something that seems to defy aging.

• She has an ageless charm that captivates everyone
• The ageless architecture of the ancient temple continues to amaze visitors

Appropriate for describing things that do not lose their brightness, quality, or relevance over time.

• Her unfading enthusiasm inspires everyone around her
• The unfading glory of the hero was celebrated in songs and stories

Refers to something that lasts for a long time, often despite challenges or difficulties.

• Their enduring friendship survived many hardships
• The enduring popularity of the novel proves its impact

Used to describe something that is not affected by the passage of time and remains beautiful, relevant, or significant.

• The beauty of the classic novel is timeless
• Her fashion sense is timeless, always in style regardless of trends

Used when referring to something that lasts forever, often in a poetic or serious context, sometimes with a spiritual or romantic connotation.

• They promised to love each other eternally
• The stars seemed to shine eternally in the night sky

Commonly used in everyday speech to indicate something that lasts for an indefinite or infinite amount of time.

• She'll be in my heart forever
• They wanted their friendship to last forever

Used to describe something that is meant to last without change, often in more practical or official situations.

• He moved to Canada permanently
• The document was permanently deleted from the system