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"Timeless" vs. "everlasting": a comparison of enduring qualities
Lloyd Cooper 31/10/2024, 23:47
What is similar?
Both words convey the idea of something that exists beyond the constraints of time. They suggest perpetuality and continuity without being bound by a specific time frame.
What is different?
While "timeless" often implies a universal or classic quality that transcends specific time periods, "everlasting" emphasizes unending duration and continuity without interruption. "Timeless" can refer to both tangible and abstract concepts that are unaffected by the passage of time, whereas "everlasting" often describes something with infinite duration.
Which one is more common?
Examples of usage
Timeless- The beauty of her music is timeless.
- The novel addresses themes that are timeless and relatable in any era.
- His wisdom seems timeless and profound.
- Their love was described as everlasting.
- She sought everlasting fame through her art.
- The mountains stood as everlasting sentinels.
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