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 …

—The 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 of timeless

• immortal
• enduring
• eternal
• ongoing
• continuing
• lasting
• perpetual
• perennial

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

Start curating your wedding season wardrobe by grabbing a navy dress inspired by Jennifer Aniston’s timeless style at Amazon. —Averi Baudler, PEOPLE, 13 May 2026

Olivier Delbosc We were very quickly convinced that Victor Hugo’s story is completely timeless. —Scott Roxborough, HollywoodReporter, 13 May 2026

Vionic has earned high praise from Oprah for eight years for its supportive construction and timeless style, including designs like the Uptown Willa Slip-ons. —Julia Morlino, Travel + Leisure, 12 May 2026

The dress was crafted with allover shimmering gold sequins and featured an Art Deco-style design of sinuous lines and sharp angles for a contemporary appeal along with its timeless silhouette. —Julia Teti, Footwear News, 11 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

circa 1574, in the meaning defined at sense 1b

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Kids Definition

timeless

adjective

time·​less ˈtīm-ləs 

: not restricted to a certain time or date

timelessly adverb

timelessness noun