perpetual

Definition

Lasting forever, or for an indefinitely long time.

Etymology

From Middle English perpetuel, from Old French perpetuel, from Latin perpetuālis (“universal”), from perpetuus, from petō.

Example Sentences

• "perpetual copyright"
• ""And yet," returned Francesca, "the secret of Arden's sufferings seems to have been in himself. From earliest youth he indulged in vain contrasts and repinings, and even his very love was selfish and cruel. Think how much happiness he lost by his perpetual exaggerations!""
• "There are perpetual requests for changes as new payloads and new demands and modifications are suggested by the users."