permanently

adverb
UK: /ˈpɜː.mə.nənt.li/
US: /ˈpɝː.mə.nənt.li/

  1. In a way that lasts or remains unchanged indefinitely.

    1. The stain permanently marked the fabric.
    2. The company's policies were permanently altered after the investigation.

  2. In a way that cannot be reversed or undone; irreversibly.

    1. Her injury permanently affected her mobility.
    2. His decision permanently damaged his relationship with his family.

Synonyms

forever

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "permanently" in English means: In a way that lasts or remains unchanged indefinitely., In a way that cannot be reversed or undone; irreversibly..

The phonetic transcription of "permanently" is /ˈpɜː.mə.nənt.li/ in British English and /ˈpɝː.mə.nənt.li/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "permanently": forever.

Example usage of "permanently": "The stain permanently marked the fabric.". More examples on the page.