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per·pet·u·al

perpetual

 
 
pronunciation:
pr pe chu l
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: lasting forever.
A number of religions believe in a perpetual life after death.
synonyms:
everlasting
antonyms:
temporary
similar words:
endless, eternal, perennial, permanent, persistent
definition 2: lasting or meant to last for a very long time.
The money his father left gives him a perpetual income.
synonyms:
lasting
antonyms:
temporary
similar words:
durable, everlasting, permanent
definition 3: happening or continuing without stopping.
That active baby seems to be in perpetual motion.
synonyms:
continuous
similar words:
constant, continual, endless, incessant, nonstop, perennial, persistent
derivation: perpetually (adv.)
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