Cool MatePermanently
UK /["/ˈpɜːmənəntli/"]/US /["/ˈpɜːrmənəntli/"]/
Definition
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.
Examples
- The stroke left his right side permanently damaged.
- She had decided to settle permanently in France.
- This door is kept permanently locked.
Usage notes
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.
Collocations
- permanently remove
- permanently closed
- permanently change
- permanently installed
- permanently affected
Synonyms
- forever
- everlastingly
- irrevocably
- constantly
- continuously
Antonyms
- temporarily
- briefly
- momentarily
Common mistakes
- '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.