permanent
n. B2 Upper Intermediate Oxford US //ˈpɝmənənt// UK //pˈɜːmənənt// per·ma·nent
n. lasting for a very long time or forever without changing.
n. lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely. Often used to describe a fixed state or a long-term arrangement.
She is looking for a permanent job.
The damage to the building was permanent and could not be repaired even with a large budget.
While some temporary measures were introduced during the crisis, the government eventually decided to make the tax changes permanent to ensure long-term fiscal stability.
From Middle English permanent, permanente, from Middle French permanent, from Latin permanēns, from permaneō (“to stay through”). First attested in the 15th century.
Usage
Typically placed before the noun it modifies; often contrasted with 'temporary'.