permanency

noun

per·​ma·​nen·​cy ˈpər-mə-nən(t)-sē 

ˈpərm-nən(t)-

plural permanencies

1

: permanence

2

: something permanent

Examples of permanency in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Part of the benefit of the site, according to Pierog, is its permanency. — Molly Morrow, Chicago Tribune, 14 Aug. 2026

Local foster children are achieving permanency faster than ever before, at rates that substantially exceed federal standards and targets. — Kim Gorsuch, Sun Sentinel, 16 June 2026

Cornyn’s four-decade political career has labeled him as an Establishment Republican, but that same permanency was a point of contention for many Paxton supporters. — Rachel Royster, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 27 May 2026

The first floor is a permanency hearing for 14-year-old Jayden Carter. — Libby Smith, CBS News, 29 Apr. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1555, in the meaning defined at sense 1