permanence

noun

per·​ma·​nence ˈpər-mə-nən(t)s How to pronounce permanence (audio)
ˈpərm-nən(t)s
Synonyms of permanencenext
: the quality or state of being permanent : durability

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These criteria would help ensure human permanence and sustainability by driving economic growth through private-sector investment. Clive Neal, The Conversation, 14 July 2026 To solve this, Akbasaran developed a strategic framework that separates the rigor a test needs from the permanence of the final decision — two questions that product teams often conflate. Ascend Agency, Chicago Tribune, 9 July 2026 ImaZins via Getty Images K-pop has always had a complicated relationship with permanence. Hannah Abraham, Forbes.com, 8 July 2026 Tax legislation stalls The executive order followed several weeks of activity in which LeVota threw support behind a legislative ordinance that would have given his tax policies more permanence ahead of his exit. Ilana Arougheti, Kansas City Star, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for permanence

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First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of permanence was in the 15th century

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“Permanence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/permanence. Accessed 16 Jul. 2026.

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