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