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adjective

ˌe-vər-ˈla-stiŋ How to pronounce everlasting (audio)
Definition of everlastingnext
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as in eternal
lasting forever valentines typically express the giver's everlasting love and devotion

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as in immortal
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish Shakespeare's plays are still being performed 400 years later because they deal with everlasting truths and universal emotions

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everlasting

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noun

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as in perpetuity
endless time that special bond that has existed between mother and child from everlasting

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as in God
capitalized the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe people who believe that the magnificence of the natural world is proof of the existence of the Everlasting

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Recent Examples of everlasting
Adjective
But, to his everlasting chagrin, Roosevelt had not seen the last of that bear. — Paul Schullery, Outdoor Life, 13 Aug. 2026 Indeed, the bond between the pair – whose relationship bore son Elijah Blue – was everlasting (Cher attended Allman’s funeral at Rose Hill Cemetery in Macon). — Melissa Ruggieri, USA Today, 17 June 2026
Noun
Because, not so far to the south, Miami was about to change, too, in a way profound, and everlasting. — Miami Herald, 23 Oct. 2025 Trusting in God’s everlasting care for us opens our eyes to more of God’s protection and supply. — Rachael Knight, Christian Science Monitor, 11 Mar. 2025 See All Example Sentences for everlasting
Recent Examples of Synonyms for everlasting
  1. eternal
  2. immortal
  3. perpetuity
  4. Eternal
  5. endless
  6. enduring
  7. eternity
  8. ongoing
Adjective
  • More than just loving, God is unwavering, eternal Love itself.
    — The Christian Science Monitor, Christian Science Monitor, 9 Oct. 2026
  • The low-angle light plays hobs with conventional solar panels lying flat on a lander, but Blue Origin's Power Tower is designed to exploit the near-eternal sunset/sunrise.
    — David Szondy October 07, New Atlas, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of eternal
Adjective
  • After a series of trials that kept them apart, Psyche proved her devotion to the gods, was rescued by her divine husband, and became immortal herself.
    — Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026
  • My absolute favorite long-burn joke is that Kenneth is immortal.
    — Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of immortal
Noun
  • Because the Iranians are not going to sit back and let their economy get squeezed in perpetuity.
    — Kim Hjelmgaard, USA Today, 27 Aug. 2026
  • States that rewrote old perpetuities rules made these trusts far more practical.
    — Michael Gold CFP, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2026
Definition of perpetuity
Noun
  • At Disney, Zhao previously directed another genre project based on famous IP, Marvel’s Eternals, which underperformed both with critics and in the boxoffice.
    — Nellie Andreeva, Deadline, 14 Mar. 2026
  • Before joining Bridgerton, Hannah Dodd appeared in the Marvel film Eternals (2021) and starred opposite Millie Bobby Brown in Enola Holmes 2 (2022).
    — Allison DeGrushe, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Jan. 2026
Definition of Eternal
Adjective
  • What to do nearby The possibilities (and activities) are endless.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
  • Residents enjoy a Jack Nicklaus Signature 18-hole golf course, miles of hiking and biking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, and endless opportunities on Lake Keowee, including boating, swimming, or simply quiet moments on the water.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
Definition of endless
Adjective
  • Throughout the community architectural details are inspired by the surrounding landscape and natural materials are shaped by refined craftsmanship to create spaces that are warm and enduring.
    — Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
  • Three decades and six sequels later, Scream remains one of horror’s most enduring (and most profitable) franchises.
    — Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026
Definition of enduring
Noun
  • The ultimate definition, fixed into all eternity, of the adequate price for a book comes from Joseph Caspar Witsch who on the longlist of legendary publishers ranges straight after Ledig-Rowohlt.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 8 Oct. 2026
  • Aside from The Royale, Swift also wore her 10-carat engagement ring and her $16,000 wedding ring, a diamond eternity band thought to weigh approximately one carat.
    — Hannah Malach, InStyle, 28 Sep. 2026
Definition of eternity
Adjective
  • InToto, a creative arts forum, provides programming for people experiencing economic hardship, and at his African Village in America, an ongoing art installation, Joe Minter brings the living memory of the Black experience into central focus.
    — Leslie Pariseau, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 Oct. 2026
  • The latest contract modification will add two craft to the Navy’s ongoing procurement program, supporting its efforts to maintain and strengthen the capabilities required for modern amphibious operations.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 11 Oct. 2026
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