immortality

noun

im·​mor·​tal·​i·​ty ˌi-ˌmȯr-ˈta-lə-tē How to pronounce immortality (audio)
: the quality or state of being immortal:
a
: unending existence
b
: lasting fame

Examples of immortality in a Sentence

She believed in the immortality of the soul. He found immortality through his films.
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Word History

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of immortality was in the 14th century

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“Immortality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immortality. Accessed 26 Jul. 2024.

Kids Definition

immortality

noun
im·​mor·​tal·​i·​ty ˌim-ˌȯr-ˈtal-ət-ē How to pronounce immortality (audio)
: the quality or state of being immortal:
a
: endless life
b
: lasting fame or glory

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