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per·ma·nent

permanent

 
 
pronunciation:
puhr m nnt
parts of speech:
adjective, noun
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part of speech: adjective
definition 1: existing or intended to exist indefinitely or perpetually; everlasting.
a permanent position on the faculty
 
synonyms:
perpetual
antonyms:
ephemeral, evanescent, impermanent, provisional, temporal, temporary, transient, transitory
similar words:
abiding, continuous, endless, eternal, everlasting, immutable, indefinite, indestructible, persistent, standing, undying
definition 2: not subject to change or quick deterioration.
a permanent mailing addresspermanent ink
synonyms:
lasting
antonyms:
impermanent, temporary
similar words:
constant, durable, fixed, incorruptible, indestructible, stable, steadfast
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part of speech: noun
definition: a professional hairdo that lasts for several months.
synonyms:
perm
similar words:
coiffure, conk, hairdo, hairstyle, marcel, wave
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derivations: permanently (adv.), permanentness (n.)
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