perpetual

[per-pech-oo-uhl] / pərˈpɛtʃ u əl /

ADJECTIVE

continual, lasting

Synonyms

STRONGEST

ceaseless constant continued continuous endless enduring eternal incessant infinite interminable never-ending perennial permanent persistent recurring unceasing unending

WEAK

abiding everlasting going on immortal imperishable intermittent never-ceasing perdurable recurrent reoccurring repeated repeating repetitious returning sempiternal unchanging undying unfailing uninterrupted unremitting without end

Antonyms

STRONGEST

bounded ceasing changeable changing completed discontinuous ending ephemeral finished finite halting intermittent interrupted irregular limited stopping temporary terminable transient

WEAK

brief fleeting momentary

Example Sentences

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They repeatedly moved to dismiss the treason count, noting that conviction required a “breach of allegiance, and can be committed by him only who owes allegiance either perpetual or temporary.”

From Slate • Apr. 2, 2026

There's a perpetual conflict between entertainment and responsibility in reality TV shows, because conflict drives the story, said Hemmings, author of Familiar Strangers: The Psychology of our Relationship with Fame in the Age of Visibility.

From BBC • Mar. 21, 2026

Rather, they are making speculative bets with perpetual futures contracts.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 20, 2026

The S&P 500 derivative contract is a natural evolution for the growth of perpetual futures on Hyperliquid, according to Michael Orzano, head of exchange products and digital assets at S&P Dow Jones Indices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 18, 2026

The mist in the room keeps Nyame’s strong face in a perpetual shine.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer

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