Word
permanence
Phoneticsper·ma·nence, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈpɝmənəns/
UK/pˈɜːmənəns/
Uncountable noun
Definition
n. the quality of lasting for a very long time or forever. You use this to describe things that do not change or disappear easily.
n. the state or quality of being permanent; enduring for an indefinitely long period. Often used in technical contexts to describe the stability of a physical or chemical state.
Examples
“The scientist studied the permanence of the new paint.”
“In a world of constant digital updates, many people seek a sense of permanence through physical objects and handwritten letters.”
“The architect's design focused on the permanence of the structure, using materials that would withstand centuries of environmental wear and tear without significant degradation.”
Examples
simple
“The scientist studied the permanence of the new paint.”
contextual
“In a world of constant digital updates, many people seek a sense of permanence through physical objects and handwritten letters.”
complex
“The architect's design focused on the permanence of the structure, using materials that would withstand centuries of environmental wear and tear without significant degradation.”
Real-World Examples
“It was the economy that ensured the permanence of the currency.” Etymology
From Middle English permanence, permanens, from Middle French permanence, from Medieval Latin permanentia, from Latin permaneō (“I remain; last”).
Etymology adapted from Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Word family
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ADJECTIVE
ADVERB
Domain
- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B2 FirstIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.5.5–6.5TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 4.0–4.572–94TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.785–944
- Frequency
- Occasional
- Level
- B2 · Upper Intermediate
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