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

• abiding
• ageless
• continuing
• dateless
• enduring
• eternal
• everlasting
• immortal
• imperishable
• lasting
• ongoing
• perennial
• perpetual
• undying

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 residence was built in 1872 and later modified in 1919 by the renowned architect Frederick Sterner, epitomizing timeless elegance and architectural distinction, according to real estate agency Leslie J. Garfield’s website. —Angel Saunders, Peoplemag, 27 Apr. 2024

The result, King says, is a sort of timeless timeliness. —Zoe G Phillips, The Hollywood Reporter, 26 Apr. 2024

Shaping Skinny Jeans The timeless 311 skinny jeans are crafted with Levi's Sculpt, a proprietary fabric blend built to stretch with you while looking smooth all over. —Wendy Vazquez, Southern Living, 26 Apr. 2024

Keep scrolling to learn more about these timeless outfits that require minimal effort and how to put them together. —Kerane Marcellus, Essence, 25 Apr. 2024

Several buildings were designed by renowned architects, and alongside the timeless allure of Karuizawa — the onsen, the forest walks, the wildlife, the occasional bit of gentle volcanic activity from Mount Asama — is a new and decidedly modern appeal. —Katie Kitamura, Travel + Leisure, 25 Apr. 2024

Zendaya polished off both looks with timeless glam, including natural makeup and a sleek side part. —Kathleen Walsh, Glamour, 24 Apr. 2024

The ruffle hem and Swiss dot design are timeless and elegant. —Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 16 Apr. 2024

What’s the one timeless piece of jewelry that never goes out of style? —Andrea Navarro, Glamour, 15 Apr. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1560, in the meaning defined at sense 3

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Kids Definition

timeless

adjective

time·​less ˈtīm-ləs 

: not restricted to a certain time or date

timelessly adverb

timelessness noun