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Meaning of eternal in English

  1. Pronunciation

    /əˈtərn(ə)l/

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    eternal

    Definitions

    1. continuing forever or indefinitely

    Examples

    • « the ageless themes of love and revenge »
    • « eternal truths »
    • « life everlasting »
    • « hell's perpetual fires »
    • « the unending bliss of heaven »

    Synonyms

    • permanent
    • lasting
  2. 2. lasting for an indefinitely long period of time

    Synonyms

    • immortal
  3. 3. tiresomely long

    Examples

    • « seemingly without end »
    • « endless debates »
    • « an endless conversation »
    • « the wait seemed eternal »
    • « eternal quarreling »
    • « an interminable sermon »

    Synonyms

    • long

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