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more permanent

ADJECTIVE

constant, lasting

Synonyms

STRONGEST

durable enduring long-lasting perpetual stable

STRONG

everlasting invariable perennial set

WEAK

abiding changeless continual diurnal fixed for keeps forever forever and a day immutable imperishable in for the long haul indestructible perdurable perduring persistent set in concrete set in stone steadfast unchanging unfading

Antonyms

STRONGEST

temporary

STRONG

changing

WEAK

ephemeral

Example Sentences

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The lower numbers of younger workers entering the labor market and a growing share of retirements among older workers are shrinking the overall size of the labor force on a more permanent basis.

From Barron's • Apr. 29, 2026

They worshipped in a two-bedroom apartment while the group raised money to build a more permanent mosque—a spiritual home that would deepen their roots in their hometown.

From Slate • Apr. 19, 2026

The students called for more permanent teachers to be appointed, saying they had been taught by a succession of supply staff in a number of subjects.

From BBC • Mar. 30, 2026

The title of the park, which will likely move to a more permanent location in 2027, hints at its feminist underpinnings.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 12, 2026

Picking up pebbles, she pounded them into the line to make it more permanent, and stood up.

From "Julie of the Wolves" by Jean Craighead George