endless

adjective

end·​less ˈen(d)-ləs 

1

: being or seeming to be without end

an endless speech

2

: extremely numerous

all the multiplied, endless, nameless iniquities

—Edmund Burke

3

: joined at the ends

an endless chain

endlessly adverb

endlessness noun

Synonyms

• bottomless
• boundless
• fathomless
• horizonless
• illimitable
• immeasurable
• immensurable
• indefinite
• infinite
• limitless
• measureless
• unbounded
• unfathomable
• unlimited

Examples of endless in a Sentence

There was an endless line at the bank.

There is endless work to do on the house.

Recent Examples on the Web

Try leveling up your blow-drying sessions with this Conair classic featuring two attachments (a diffuser and a smoothing nozzle) for nearly endless styling options. —Sarah Han, Allure, 17 July 2024

Accessory-wise, a pair of classic black flip flops have endless stylistic opportunities; and same with a roomy tote, like this one from Demellier. —Conçetta Ciarlo, Vogue, 17 July 2024

These stacking rings help babies strengthen hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills, while magnetic tile sets allow for endless creations and teach kids about magnetism. —Katrina Cossey, Parents, 16 July 2024

Reviewers rave about the relaxed fit and the shirt’s endless layering options. —Neha Tandon, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2024

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

endless

adjective

end·​less ˈen-(d)ləs 

1

: being or seeming to be without end

2

: joined at the ends : continuous

an endless belt

endlessly adverb

endlessness noun