Permanent
Adjective
UK
/ˈpɜː.mə.nənt/
US
/ˈpɝː.mə.nənt/
Definition
Lasting for a long time and not changing.
Example
"She got a permanent job at the school last year."
"Permanent solutions are better than quick fixes because they last much longer."
"Permanent changes in lifestyle, such as eating healthy and exercising daily, often lead to better long-term health."
Explanation
Permanent means something that lasts for a very long time or forever. It does not change or end easily. For example, a permanent job is one you can keep for years. Permanent can also describe objects, like a permanent marker that does not wash off. It is used to describe anything that stays the same and is not temporary.