ETERNAL Synonyms: 91 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

i-ˈtər-nᵊl

Definition of eternal

as in immortal

having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish a charming fable that presents some eternal truths in a fresh way

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as in endless

lasting forever the quest for some magic potion that promises eternal youth

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Eternal

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noun

as in Lord

the being worshipped as the creator and ruler of the universe spent much time pondering the nature of the Eternal

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Latino culture typecasts hombres as eternal machos always a few drinks away from brawling or bawling. — Gustavo Arellano, Los Angeles Times, 25 Sep. 2026 In that dialogue, Endymion, the mythical shepherd, is imprisoned in an eternal sleep by Artemis and accosts a stranger who is on his way to Mount Latmus, where Endymion repairs each night to wait for Artemis. — Max Norman, Harpers Magazine, 22 Sep. 2026

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Zhao is an Oscar winner for her work on the Frances McDormand-starring Nomadland and comes to the festival to talk about portfolio so far, including on Marvel’s Eternals. — Lily Ford, HollywoodReporter, 1 Sep. 2025 Zhao’s appreciation for natural grandeur, as seen even in her big-budget superhero movie Eternals, shines through, as does her attention to detail. — Angie Han, HollywoodReporter, 30 Aug. 2025 See All Example Sentences for eternal

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After a series of trials that kept them apart, Psyche proved her devotion to the gods, was rescued by her divine husband, and became immortal herself.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026
My absolute favorite long-burn joke is that Kenneth is immortal.

— Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of immortal

Adjective

What to do nearby The possibilities (and activities) are endless.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
Residents enjoy a Jack Nicklaus Signature 18-hole golf course, miles of hiking and biking trails, tennis and pickleball courts, and endless opportunities on Lake Keowee, including boating, swimming, or simply quiet moments on the water.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of endless

Adjective

The Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an artist with an enduring and exceptional career whose work has expanded the reach of Latin music worldwide.

— Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
With the next World Cup still four years away, however, Pochettino is looking beyond the results toward building something enduring.

— Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of enduring

Adjective

While this is online only for now, Harper sees brick and mortar in its future, whether that’s in the form of a pop up or a more permanent presence in a couple of key cities.

— Kathryn Hopkins, Footwear News, 15 Oct. 2026
François Pinault will install a permanent exhibition of 106 works from his collection at Palazzo Grassi, one of his two museums in Venice.

— Devorah Lauter, ARTnews.com, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of permanent

Adjective

As Rose begins his fight against leukemia, his family is facing the emotional and financial challenges of medical treatments and ongoing healthcare expenses.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026
Investors with a long-term horizon can look beyond the ongoing volatility and track the recommendations of top Wall Street analysts to pick attractive stocks with strong long-term growth potential.

— TipRanks.com staff, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of ongoing

Adjective

Officials said overnight enforcement will focus on common and continuing offenses such as commercial vehicles parked in residential areas and permit violations.

— Michelle Deal-Zimmerman, Baltimore Sun, 6 Mar. 2025
State of the labor market Initial weekly unemployment insurance claims have held in a fairly steady range around 220,000, though continuing claims earlier in November had hit their highest level in about three years.

— Jeff Cox, CNBC, 5 Dec. 2024

Definition of continuing

Adjective

Chatten’s narrators are stuck in a perpetual apartness—desperate for safety and connection, but repeatedly failing to find it.

— Amanda Petrusich, New Yorker, 16 Oct. 2026
Whether investors’ perpetual jitters about AI infra spending are warranted is a matter of perspective.

— Andrew Nusca, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of perpetual

Adjective

Unlike conventional antidepressants, which can take weeks to work and require daily dosing, psilocybin has shown the potential to produce rapid and lasting improvements after just a handful of administrations, Nath said.

— Meghana Keshavan, STAT, 15 Oct. 2026
Recognizing artists who have made lasting, significant contributions to the live music and concert touring business, past Legend of Live recipients include Usher, John Mayer, George Strait, Journey, Rush, Ozzy Osbourne and Elton John.

— Katie Atkinson, Billboard, 15 Oct. 2026

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