Perpetual Definition & Meaning

perpetual
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. uninterrupted in time and indefinitely long continuing; "the ceaseless thunder of surf"; "in constant pain"; "night and day we live with the incessant noise of the city"; "the never-ending search for happiness"; "the perpetual struggle to maintain standards in a democracy"; "man's unceasing warfare with drought and isolation"; "unremitting demands of hunger"

"Perpetual" in song lyrics

See how perpetual is used in real songs:

  • "intellectual with perpetual"
    Aceyalone — Arhythamaticulas
  • "especially when you looking at it through this perpetual"
    Mac f/ Ms. Peaches — If It's Cool
  • "Say it's not what it was but a forward movements perpetual"
    Virtuoso — One

Usage tips for "perpetual"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "perpetual" 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 perpetual to find words that pair well.

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