permanent
US /ˈpɚmənənt/
・UK /'pɜ:mənənt/
B1
adjective
- Lasting forever; not temporary or changing
- Existing or intended to exist for a long or unlimited period
- Remaining in the same state or condition.
- Remaining in the same state or condition.
- Intended to last or remain for an unlimited period
- Lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely
- Designed to remain in a particular place or state for a long time.
- Continuing or intended to continue without significant change.
noun
- A person who is a permanent employee.
- A chemical treatment to create lasting curls or waves in the hair.
Examples
We decided to make the arrangement permanent.
living in an almost permanent state of fear