Permanence

/ˈpɜːrmənəns/

Meaning & Definition

noun

The state or quality of lasting or remaining unchanged indefinitely.

The artist sought permanence in her work, hoping it would be appreciated for generations.

The property of being durable or enduring.

The permanence of the cement makes it ideal for constructing roads.

An enduring or constant condition.

In a world of constant change, he admired the permanence of the mountains.

Late Middle English: from Latin permanentia, from permanere 'to remain unchanged'.

eternal permanence

A lasting state that is believed to be unchanging through time.

permanence of change

A paradoxical idea that even though things change, some fundamental aspects remain.

permanence in art

The idea that certain forms of art are meant to last beyond the artist's lifetime.

permanent

Existing for a long or apparently infinite time; not temporary.

impermanence

The state of not lasting forever; transience.

Forever

We're in this together, it's forever, pure permanence!

Always

I'll be there for you, it's a permanence promise!