timeless

adjective

ˈtīm-ləs How to pronounce timeless (audio)
Definition of timelessnext
as in immortal
having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish views the church's message and mission as timeless and not subject to the whim of the people

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Recent Examples of timeless Swarovski’s Hyperbola earrings are unique but timeless; alternatively, choose a statement piece, like Hunting Season’s Tagua pendant, or an oversized Pandora charm. — Mekaylah Yowpp-Hernacki, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026 His love of pop music stems from its timeless appeal and sentimental undertones. — Juan J. Arroyo, Rolling Stone, 3 Nov. 2026 But on the flipside, that kind of timeless beauty truly never goes out of style, and Keke Palmer, Pamela Anderson, and Cole Escola all put their own unique spin on one of Marilyn Monroe's signature hairstyles for the 2026 CFDA Awards. — Kara Nesvig, Allure, 3 Nov. 2026 The elegant lines of this maxi have a timeless appeal, as do the 11 neutral color options. — Abby Hepworth, Travel + Leisure, 3 Nov. 2026 See All Example Sentences for timeless
Recent Examples of Synonyms for timeless
  1. immortal
  2. enduring
  3. eternal
  4. ongoing
  5. continuing
  6. lasting
  7. perpetual
  8. perennial
Adjective
  • Who can forget the immortal words of Jud Crandall, delivered by the incomparable Fred Gwynne in the 1989 film adaptation of Stephen King's Pet Sematary?
    — Robert Lea, Space.com, 29 Oct. 2026
  • Senna holds an immortal presence in modern Formula 1 for the manner of his racing—ferocious, endowed with grace—and for his untimely death.
    — Sam Knight, New Yorker, 22 Oct. 2026
Definition of immortal
Adjective
  • From an avant-garde temple to to contemporary buildings constructed to resemble skeletal forms, below are architectural marvels that reveal why skeletons remain an enduring muse for architects.
    — Livia Caligor, Architectural Digest, 30 Oct. 2026
  • If nuclear propulsion is confirmed, the Type 004 would mark a particularly important milestone, potentially giving China the ability to operate a more capable and enduring carrier force.
    — Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 30 Oct. 2026
Definition of enduring
Adjective
  • Beyond attaining eternal beloved status by Cubs fans for finally bringing a World Series title back to the North Side, their run to immortality had a profound impact on multiple levels.
    — Meghan Montemurro, Chicago Tribune, 2 Nov. 2026
  • Mirrors facing one another from opposite walls reflect an infinite number of repeating images, giving visitors a sense of the eternal.
    — Matthew Adams, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of eternal
Adjective
  • Raman has portrayed Bass as a weak and ineffective leader, pointing to her handling of the Palisades fire, the homelessness crisis and the city’s ongoing struggle to deliver basic services.
    — Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 1 Nov. 2026
  • The raid was reportedly part of an ongoing Department of Justice investigation into potential immigration fraud.
    — Connor Greene, Time, 1 Nov. 2026
Definition of ongoing
Adjective
  • Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.
    — Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2025
  • State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.
    — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024
Definition of continuing
Adjective
  • Congress must put lasting protections for scientific independence into law.
    — Carole LaBonne, Washington Post, 8 Nov. 2026
  • Democrats are cautioning against overconfidence, and discussing how to translate their midterm success into more lasting power.
    — Kevin Rector, Los Angeles Times, 6 Nov. 2026
Definition of lasting
Adjective
  • That would be like Pat McAfee failing to produce results despite the perpetual drama surrounding him.
    — Bobby Burack OutKick, FOXNews.com, 6 Nov. 2026
  • If not, everyone would bear the costs of perpetual divisions.
    — Sam Metz, Los Angeles Times, 2 Nov. 2026
Definition of perpetual
Adjective
  • The French philosopher Michel Foucault, the Bloomsbury writer Virginia Woolf, and the photographer Bettina Rheims all make more than one appearance here, as does Baz Luhrmann’s Romeo + Juliet, a perennial fashion fave.
    — Laird Borrelli-Persson, Vogue, 4 Nov. 2026
  • Election reform Election reform has been a perennial priority in Pennsylvania since the passage of Act 77 of 2019 and the 2020 election.
    — Daniel J. Mallinson, The Conversation, 4 Nov. 2026
Definition of perennial

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“Timeless.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/timeless. Accessed 9 Nov. 2026.

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