for ever

ADVERB

finally

Synonyms

STRONGEST

certainly completely decisively definitely permanently

STRONG

lastly

WEAK

assuredly beyond recall beyond shadow of doubt conclusively convincingly determinately done with enduringly for all time for good in conclusion inescapably inexorably irrevocably once and for all past regret settled with conviction

Antonyms

STRONGEST

doubtfully dubiously questionably

WEAK

inconclusively

Example Sentences

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"From here on I will give everything I have got to make it so, to ensure the name Makerfield is for ever synonymous with bringing about the change this country needs."

From BBC • Jun. 19, 2026

They also created demand for ever more workers to serve a bigger population, in a circular effect that often overlooks the needs of local citizens, says Tännler.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

"Put simply, the most disadvantaged people are the ones who will bare the brunt of this trend our study shows for ever hotter days," urban climate scientist and research co-author Radhika Khosla told AFP.

From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026

Despite the chaos and a significant amount of deprivation, for many I met then, much seemed possible, including working for ever larger companies, migration and new luxuries.

From Salon • Dec. 3, 2025

We shall have to live here for ever and ever, Hooper will be my brother.

From "I'm the King of the Castle" by Susan Hill

for ever

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