Word PERMANENT: meanings, synonyms & antonyms

permanent

🇺🇸 [ˈpɜːrmənənt]

Meanings

Describes something that lasts for a long time or is intended to remain unchanged. It often refers to something that does not need to be replaced or altered over time. A permanent situation is one that is expected to stay in place indefinitely.

Examples

• She got a permanent job at the company.
• The city made the temporary road signs permanent.
• They are planning to move into a permanent residence next year.

Synonyms

everlasting • perpetual • unchanging

Antonyms

temporary • transient • short-lived