permanence

noun

per·​ma·​nence ˈpər-mə-nən(t)s 

ˈpərm-nən(t)s

: the quality or state of being permanent : durability

Examples of permanence in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

As permanence becomes harder for either side to promise, the flexibility to adapt might become the most valuable form of security in the labor market of tomorrow. — Noah Yosif, Fortune, 24 Aug. 2026

Each piece is a little bit of the earth itself, molded to a shape that fits easily in the hand, baked to achieve permanence and then stacked, one atop another, to form a wall that can enclose, shelter and delight us. — Edward Keegan, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026

The permanence of sports franchises were behind the formation of Kushner’s Thrive Eternal venture, a permanent holding company launched under Thrive Capital in April. — Los Angeles Times, 21 Aug. 2026

Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet will also be starting school in the UK in September, suggesting at least a level of permanence. — Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 20 Aug. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for permanence

• impermanence