Definition of immortalitynext
as in eternity
unending existence after death central to most religions is a belief in the immortality of the soul

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Recent Examples of immortality For Maxwell, life on earth became a moral exercise, an attempt to deserve immortality. — James Whorton Jr, Longreads, 13 Oct. 2026 But its significance can extend beyond status, reflecting an ancient aspiration for immortality. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 As long as accidents, natural disasters, disease and wars can kill us, true immortality is out of the question. — Venki Ramakrishnan, Scientific American, 15 Sep. 2026 As the pair chase show jumping immortality this weekend, those are the qualities that will be needed to make history. — Danielle Rossingh, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for immortality
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eternity
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  • One hundred and seventy-three days never felt like more of an eternity.
    — Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 29 Oct. 2026
  • The assortment will include natural diamond rings, eternity bands, necklaces, bracelets and earrings, including the brand’s signature Straight-Line necklaces and bracelets.
    — Ryma Chikhoune, Footwear News, 26 Oct. 2026

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“Immortality.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/immortality. Accessed 7 Nov. 2026.

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