Meaning of Permanently
in a way that lasts for a long time or for all time in the future; in a way that exists all the time
In simple words: In a way that lasts forever or for a long time.
Permanently in a sentence
- The stroke left his right side permanently damaged.
- She had decided to settle permanently in France.
- This door is kept permanently locked.
How to use Permanently
Use 'permanently' in contexts where something is fixed or unchanging. It's appropriate in both formal and casual situations, but avoid it in temporary contexts.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'permanent' markers—once written, they don't come off.
Related words
Collocations with Permanently
- permanently remove
- permanently closed
- permanently change
- permanently installed
- permanently affected
Synonyms for Permanently
- forever
- everlastingly
- irrevocably
- constantly
- continuously
Opposites of Permanently
- temporarily
- briefly
- momentarily
Common mistakes with Permanently
- 'Permanently' used with temporary situations (e.g. 'I'll stay permanently for two weeks').
- Mixing up 'permanently' with 'temporarily'.
- Omitting the adverb form when describing lasting changes.
Permanently appears in
Permanently in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
بشكل دائم
بطريقة تدوم للأبد أو لفترة طويلة.
- Bengaliবাংলা
স্থায়ীভাবে
এমনভাবে যা চিরতরে বা দীর্ঘ সময়ের জন্য স্থায়ী হয়।
- GermanDeutsch
Permanent
Auf eine Weise, die für immer oder lange anhält.
- SpanishEspañol
Permanentemente
De una forma que dura para siempre o mucho tiempo.
- Persianفارسی
به طور دائمی
به گونهای که برای همیشه یا برای مدت طولانی ادامه داشته باشد.
- FrenchFrançais
Définitivement
D'une façon qui dure pour toujours ou longtemps.
- Hindiहिन्दी
स्थायी रूप से
इस तरह से जो हमेशा के लिए या लंबे समय तक चले।
- ItalianItaliano
Permanentemente
In un modo che dura per sempre o per molto tempo.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Permanentemente
De um jeito que dura para sempre ou por muito tempo.
- RussianРусский
Навсегда, постоянно
Так, что длится вечно или очень долго.
- Urduاردو
مستقل طور پر، مستقل طور پر
ایسے طریقے سے جو ہمیشہ یا طویل عرصے تک رہے۔
- Chinese中文
永久地, 长期地
永远或很长一段时间地持续下去。
More words like Permanently
- Forever
- Constantly
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
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Frequently asked questions about Permanently
What does Permanently mean?
In a way that lasts forever or for a long time.
What is the definition of Permanently?
in a way that lasts for a long time or for all time in the future; in a way that exists all the time
How do you use Permanently in a sentence?
The stroke left his right side permanently damaged.
Can you give another example of Permanently?
She had decided to settle permanently in France.
What are synonyms for Permanently?
Common alternatives include forever, everlastingly, irrevocably, constantly, continuously.
What is the opposite of Permanently?
Opposite meanings include temporarily, briefly, momentarily.
What words go with Permanently?
It commonly pairs with permanently remove, permanently closed, permanently change, permanently installed, permanently affected.
What are common mistakes when using Permanently?
'Permanently' used with temporary situations (e.g. 'I'll stay permanently for two weeks'). Mixing up 'permanently' with 'temporarily'. Omitting the adverb form when describing lasting changes.
How do you pronounce Permanently?
US: /["/ˈpɜːrmənəntli/"]/, UK: /["/ˈpɜːmənəntli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Permanently?
Use 'permanently' in contexts where something is fixed or unchanging. It's appropriate in both formal and casual situations, but avoid it in temporary contexts.
What CEFR level is Permanently?
"Permanently" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.

