Meaning & Definition of Permanent in English
English⟶
Permanent
/pərmənənt/
noun
1. A series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals
synonym:
- permanent wave,
- permanent,
- perm
adjective
1. Continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
- "Permanent secretary to the president"
- "Permanent address"
- "Literature of permanent value"
synonym:
- permanent,
- lasting
2. Not capable of being reversed or returned to the original condition
- "Permanent brain damage"
synonym:
- permanent
Examples of using
Without knowing what may happen tomorrow, I live in permanent fear.
Is your job permanent?
Absolutely nothing is permanent in life.