timeless

adjective

time·​less ˈtīm-ləs 

1

a

: not restricted to a particular time or date

the timeless themes of love, solitude, joy, and nature

—Writer

b

: having no beginning or end : eternal

2

: not affected by time : ageless

3

archaic : premature, untimely

timelessly adverb

timelessness noun

Did you know?

It doesn't take time to understand the origin of timeless. Time comes from Old English tīd, which is tied to Middle English tide, meaning "time" and in Modern English "the regular upward and downward movement of the level of the ocean."

Synonyms

• abiding
• ageless
• continuing
• dateless
• enduring
• eternal
• everlasting
• immortal
• imperishable
• lasting
• ongoing
• perennial
• perpetual
• undying

Examples of timeless in a Sentence

The dresses that she designs are elegant and timeless.

the timeless beauty of the sea

Recent Examples on the Web

Gotham The key to nailing this aesthetic correctly is to bet on timeless pieces, which gain a permanent place in the closet. —Michel Mejía, Glamour, 8 Sep. 2024

Find it on Amazon This Cardigan Sweater for a Sweet Twist Keep up with Barbara Palvin’s timeless style, starting with this cardigan sweater that looks identical to the one she was photographed in a few weeks ago. —Mia Meltzer, Rolling Stone, 6 Sep. 2024

These are timeless yet forward-looking, embodying the essence of Made in Italy jewelry. —Kyle Roderick, Forbes, 5 Sep. 2024

Like straight-leg jeans and crossbody bags, black dresses are one of those timeless pieces that celebrities reach for over and over again. —Nicol Natale, Peoplemag, 4 Sep. 2024

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1560, in the meaning defined at sense 3

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Kids Definition

timeless

adjective

time·​less ˈtīm-ləs 

: not restricted to a certain time or date

timelessly adverb

timelessness noun