imperishable

im·per·ish·able

adj \(ˌ)im-ˈper-i-shə-bəl\

Definition of IMPERISHABLE

1

: not perishable or subject to decay

2

: enduring or occurring forever <imperishable fame>

— im·per·ish·abil·i·ty \-ˌper-i-shə-ˈbi-lə-tē\ noun

— imperishable noun

— im·per·ish·able·ness \-ˈper-i-shə-bəl-nəs\ noun

— im·per·ish·ably \-blē\ adverb

Examples of IMPERISHABLE

1. <the belief that through military glory one could achieve imperishable fame>

First Known Use of IMPERISHABLE

circa 1585

Related to IMPERISHABLE

Synonyms: indestructible, inextinguishable

Antonyms: destructible, extinguishable, perishable

Related Words: incorruptible; deathless, immortal, perpetual, undying; indelible, indissoluble, ineffaceable, ineradicable, inexpungible; durable, enduring, everlasting, lasting, permanent, unbreakable; strong, sturdy, tough

Near Antonyms: mortal; impermanent, transient, transitory; breakable, delicate, flimsy, fragile, frail

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