Permanent
easyPUR-muh-nent
adjective
Definition
Lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely
Examples
“She's looking for a permanent job after years of freelancing.”
“The accident caused permanent damage to his vision.”
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GRE Tip
Permanent is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "lasting" or "enduring" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "temporary".
Related GRE Words
perennial
Lasting for an indefinitely long time; enduring
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
enduring
Lasting over a period of time; durable
timeless
Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion
durable
Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; lasting
eternal
Lasting or existing forever; without end
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