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Eternal Definition & Meaning

eternal
adjective
  1. continuing forever or indefinitely; "the ageless themes of love and revenge"; "eternal truths"; "life everlasting"; "hell's perpetual fires"; "the unending bliss of heaven"
  2. tiresomely long; seemingly without end; "endless debates"; "an endless conversation"; "the wait seemed eternal"; "eternal quarreling"; "an interminable sermon"

"Eternal" in song lyrics

See how eternal is used in real songs:

  • "Seven levels to dwell eternal"
    Bishop Lamont f/ Vanessa Marquez — Personal Chauffeur
  • "Unless your flame's life surpasses eternal"
    Blackalicious — Aural Pleasure
  • "My mother, the poor fish, staging eternal"
    Buck 65 — The Floor

Usage tips for "eternal"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "eternal" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for eternal to find words that pair well.

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Frequently asked questions

What does eternal mean?
continuing forever or indefinitely; "the ageless themes of love and revenge"; "eternal truths"; "life everlasting"; "hell's perpetual fires"; "the unending bliss of heaven" tiresomely long; seemingly without end; "endless debates"; "an endless conversation"; "the wait seemed eternal"; "eternal quarreling"; "an interminable sermon"
What part of speech is eternal?
Eternal is an adjective.
How many definitions does eternal have?
Eternal has 2 definitions across 1 part of speech (adjective).

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