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permanent

adjective

Synonyms and Antonyms of permanent

lasting forever

a temporary compromise has been accepted until a more permanent solution can be agreed upon

Synonyms of permanent

ceaseless, dateless, deathless, endless, eternal, everlasting, immortal, perpetual, undying, unending

Words Related to permanent

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

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

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

continual, continuing, continuous, incessant, unbroken, unceasing, uninterrupted, unremitting

Near Antonyms of permanent

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

interim, provisional, short-term

Antonyms of permanent

impermanent, mortal, temporary, transient

Synonym Discussion of permanent

lasting, permanent, durable, stable mean enduring for so long as to seem fixed or established. lasting implies a capacity to continue indefinitely.

- a book that left a lasting impression on me

permanent adds usually the implication of being designed or planned to stand or continue indefinitely.

- permanent living arrangements

durable implies power to resist destructive agencies.

- durable fabrics

stable implies lastingness because of resistance to being overturned or displaced.

- a stable government

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