Definitions

eternal

[ih-tur-nl] / ɪˈtɜr nl /

ADJECTIVE

without pause; endless

Synonyms

STRONGEST

abiding boundless constant continual continued enduring everlasting immortal immutable indestructible infinite interminable lasting never-ending perennial permanent perpetual relentless timeless unceasing unending unremitting

WEAK

ageless always amaranthine ceaseless continuous dateless deathless forever illimitable immemorial imperishable incessant indefinite perdurable persistent termless unbroken undying unfading uninterrupted without end

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bounded ceasing changeable concluding destructible ending ephemeral finite fleeting halting inconstant intermittent interrupted limited perishable stopping temporary terminable terminating transient

WEAK

brief changing

Example Sentences

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But it was always clear to any discerning viewer that these were the overcompensations of a man beset by eternal emptiness.

From Slate • Jun. 11, 2026

It offers eternal love, betrayal, regret and redemption, in earnest if not always logical fashion.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

Asked on the papal plane about his preference between La Liga's two biggest clubs, Leo plumped for Los Blancos over their eternal rivals Barcelona.

From Barron's • Jun. 6, 2026

It’s kind of this eternal thing: humans love great stories, and they love being together in a place and being entertained.

From Los Angeles Times • May 19, 2026

Or, perhaps, to tend it carefully like an eternal flame: a reminder of light and goodness that would never—could never—set anything ablaze.

From "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng

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