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 of endless

• infinite

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

This V-neck camisole is our pick for a lacy, statement base layer with its endless styling potential and dainty, feminine finish. —Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 15 Apr. 2026

Leslie and her gruff-but-caring, staunch Libertarian boss Ron Swanson (the incomparable Nick Offerman) became symbols of bygone bipartisanship, not to mention endless memes. —Jennifer Armstrong, IndieWire, 15 Apr. 2026

Despite the barrage of new eateries springing up around them offering customers seemingly endless takeout options for lunch and dinner, the family behind Italian Express saw no reason to change what’s worked for the past four decades. —Zareen Syed, Chicago Tribune, 15 Apr. 2026

Today, the internet offers instant access to a seemingly endless array of consumer goods complete with reviews and comparisons. —Randy Tucker, USA Today, 15 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

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

Rhymes for endless

• friendless

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