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eternal

adjective

Synonyms and Antonyms of eternal

1 having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish
  • a charming fable that presents some eternal truths in a fresh way
Synonyms of eternal

abiding, ageless, continuing, dateless, enduring, everlasting, immortal, imperishable, lasting, ongoing, perennial, perpetual, timeless, undying
Words Related to eternal

ceaseless, endless, permanent

changeless, constant, stable, stationary, steady, unchanging, unvarying
Near Antonyms of eternal

antiquated, archaic, dated, obsolete, outdated, outmoded, out-of-date, outworn, passé
2 lasting forever
  • the quest for some magic potion that promises eternal youth
Synonyms of eternal

ceaseless, dateless, deathless, endless, everlasting, immortal, permanent, perpetual, undying, unending
Words Related to eternal

durable, enduring, lasting, long-lived, persistent, stubborn

imperishable, indefeasible, indefectible, indelible, indestructible, indissoluble, inexpungible

timeless

abiding, stable, standing, steadfast, steady, unfailing, unfaltering

continual, continuing, continuous, incessant, unbroken, unceasing, uninterrupted, unremitting
Near Antonyms of eternal

ephemeral, evanescent, fleeting, fugitive, momentary, passing, short-lived, transitory

interim, provisional, short-term
Antonyms of eternal

impermanent, mortal, temporary, transient

Eternal

noun

Synonyms and Antonyms of Eternal

the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe
  • Theologians have spent much time pondering the nature of the Eternal.
Synonyms of Eternal

Allah, Almighty, Author, Creator, deity, Divinity, Everlasting, Father, God, Godhead, Jehovah, Lord, Maker, Providence, Supreme Being, Yahweh (also Jahveh)

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