timeless

adjective

time·​less ˈtīm-ləs 

1

a

: not restricted to a particular time or date

the timeless themes of love, solitude, joy, and nature

—Writer

b

: having no beginning or end : eternal

2

: not affected by time : ageless

3

archaic : premature, untimely

timelessly adverb

timelessness noun

Did you know?

It doesn't take time to understand the origin of timeless. Time comes from Old English tīd, which is tied to Middle English tide, meaning "time" and in Modern English "the regular upward and downward movement of the level of the ocean."

Synonyms

• immortal
• enduring
• eternal
• ongoing
• continuing
• lasting
• perpetual
• perennial

Examples of timeless in a Sentence

The dresses that she designs are elegant and timeless.

the timeless beauty of the sea

Recent Examples on the Web

The house’s enduring success lies in a cautious balance of timeless design and reinvention. —Stephan Rabimov, Forbes.com, 13 Sep. 2025

Ahead, shop the ultimate edit of timeless classics. —Kristina Rutkowski, Vogue, 11 Sep. 2025

Our dedication to lasting value—a promise embodied in the timeless spirit of every watch—is built via rigorous curation, careful authentication, and an unwavering trust guarantee. —Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025

This Rogers and Hammerstein presentation of the real-life Von Trapp family singers is a timeless classic for a reason. —Devonne Goode, Parents, 11 Sep. 2025

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1574, in the meaning defined at sense 1b

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Kids Definition

timeless

adjective

time·​less ˈtīm-ləs 

: not restricted to a certain time or date

timelessly adverb

timelessness noun