Permanently

/ˈpɜːrmənəntli/

Meaning & Definition

adverb

In a way that lasts or is intended to last indefinitely without change.

The changes made to the building were meant to permanently improve its energy efficiency.

In a way that cannot be undone or reversed.

She decided to permanently relocate to another country for her job.

In a way that signifies a lasting state or condition.

The artist's work was permanently displayed in the museum.

In a lasting manner, often implying a finality to the action.

The decision to permanently ban certain activities was approved by the committee.

From the Latin 'permanens', meaning 'remaining throughout, enduring'.

permanently established

Set up in a way that is intended to last indefinitely.

permanently closed

No longer open; final cessation of operations.

permanently attached

Secured in a way that cannot be easily removed.

permanent

Lasting or intended to last indefinitely.

permanence

The state or quality of lasting or remaining unchanged indefinitely.

For life

That tattoo was meant to be a permanently cool design.

Set in stone

Once you make that decision, it's permanently set in stone.