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"Permanent" vs. "eternal": a linguistic exploration of time's boundaries
Reviewed and edited by 
Anwar Kareem 08/10/2024, 04:31
Anwar Kareem 08/10/2024, 04:31English.me team member
What is similar?
Both "permanent" and "eternal" refer to concepts of lasting duration. They are often used to describe things that are meant to endure and not change over time.
What is different?
"Permanent" typically refers to something that is meant to last indefinitely or for a very long time but can have an end. "Eternal", on the other hand, implies a state of being without beginning or end, often used in philosophical or religious contexts to denote timelessness.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Permanent- The marker left a permanent stain on the table.
- She received a permanent position at the company.
- The ancient philosophers pondered the concept of eternal truth.
- He believed in an eternal life after death.
Difference
