permanently — in a way that lasts forever or for a very long time without change
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: in a way that lasts forever or for a very long time without change
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɜːrmənəntli/
Example Sentences
- My diet plan permanently failed after I discovered the new donut shop.
- The scar on his knee permanently reminds him of his skateboarding days.
- She permanently borrowed my favorite book - it's been five years now!
permanently
NOUN[/ˈpɜːrmənəntli/]
in a way that lasts forever or for a very long time without change
in a way that lasts forever or for a very long time without change
A PERM stays permanently — it's not going anywhere.
It remains permanently, like a tournament trophy — more than ornament, it's history.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'permanens' meaning 'lasting' or 'enduring', derived from 'permanere' (to remain, stay through). Combined with the adverbial suffix '-ly' to form an adverb.
Breakdown
permanent (from Latin permanere: per- (through) + manere (to remain) + -ent (adjective suffix)) + -ly (adverb suffix) = permanently
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📝Examples
“My diet plan permanently failed after I discovered the new donut shop.”
“The scar on his knee permanently reminds him of his skateboarding days.”
“She permanently borrowed my favorite book - it's been five years now!”
“The new software update permanently improved the system's performance.”
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