Timeless
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adjective
Definition
Not affected by the passage of time or changes in fashion
Examples
“The novel's themes are timeless and still relevant today.”
“Her style was timeless, never going out of fashion.”
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GRE Tip
Timeless is a easy-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "eternal" or "enduring" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "ephemeral".
Related GRE Words
eternal
Lasting or existing forever; without end
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
indelible
Making marks that cannot be removed; unforgettable
permanent
Lasting or intended to last or remain unchanged indefinitely
perpetual
Never ending or changing; occurring repeatedly
perennial
Lasting for an indefinitely long time; enduring
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