Definition of Perpetual
Perpetual
per·pet·u·al
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
lasting or continuing forever, never changing or ending;
e.g. These caves have perpetual dampness due to underground springs.
(adjective)
valid for an indefinite period of time, especially referring to holding an office, position, or title for life;
e.g. He is likely to remain the perpetual leader of the club.
(adjective)
occurring repeatedly or continually, so frequently so as to seem constant and uninterrupted;
e.g. The countries in that region are in a perpetual state of political instability.
(adjective)
blooming or producing fruits continuously (or several times) during a season, used to refer to plants;
e.g. I have a perpetual apple tree in my garden.
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