Meaning & Definition
adjective
lasting for the entirety of a person's life.
She has a lifelong passion for music that began in childhood.
continuing or existing for the duration of a person's life.
He made a lifelong commitment to volunteer work.
pertaining to or characteristic of one’s entire life.
The organization promotes lifelong learning as a key to personal growth.
Etymology
The term 'lifelong' is formed from 'life' + 'long', meaning lasting for the length of one's life.
Common Phrases and Expressions
lifelong learning:
The ongoing, voluntary, and self-motivated pursuit of knowledge for personal or professional development.
lifelong friend:
A friend who has been with someone since a young age and continues to be part of their life.
lifelong commitment:
A promise or pledge that is meant to last for the entirety of one's life.
Slang Meanings
Forever
We're gonna be friends for life, no questions, just lifelong.
For the long haul
This relationship isn't just for now; it's lifelong.