Thesaurus.com
Dictionary.com
Showing results for permanent.
Definitions

permanent

[pur-muh-nuhnt] / ˈpɜr mə nənt /


Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

This temporary policy became permanent under pressure from the state of California.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

“Just 2,000 permanent jobs isn’t much when you’re considering the size of that facility,” said Otterstrom.

From Slate • Jun. 1, 2026

The doors slide open, revealing the entrance to what is expected to be the world's first permanent repository for radioactive spent nuclear fuel.

From Barron's • Jun. 1, 2026

In 1979, the state eliminated the need for an excuse to receive an absentee ballot, and an option to choose permanent absentee voting was created in 2002.

From Los Angeles Times • May 31, 2026

Mrs. Contreras remained hopeful that Danny would find a permanent home.

From "The Way to Rio Luna" by Zoraida Cordova




Vocabulary lists containing permanent


Vocabulary.com logo
by dictionary.com

Look it up. Learn it forever.

Remember "permanent" for good with VocabTrainer. Expand your vocabulary effortlessly with personalized learning tools that adapt to your goals.

Take me to Vocabulary.com