Immemorial

/ˌɪməˈmɔːrɪəl/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Originating in the distant past; very old.

The tradition of storytelling has been passed down through generations since time immemorial.

Relating to a time beyond memory or record.

The ancient forest has stood immemorial against the changing tides of time.

So long ago that it is impossible to remember or record.

The practice of using herbal remedies is known to have existed since immemorial times.

From Latin 'immemoralis', meaning 'forgetful', from 'in-' meaning 'not' and 'memor' meaning 'mindful'.

immemorial time

A time so far back that it is beyond memory.

from immemorial times

From a very distant past, often used to denote something very old or traditional.

antiquity

The ancient past, especially the period before the Middle Ages.

time-honored

Well-established and respected through long use.

tradition

The transmission of customs or beliefs from generation to generation.

Referring to something very old or outdated.

That old car is like something from immemorial times!

Used to describe an idea that feels ancient or outdated.

His immemorial reasoning doesn't hold up in modern discussions.