Immortal — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

adjective noun /(ˌ)i-ˈmȯr-tᵊl/ im·mor·tal

Meaning & Definition of Immortal

Immortal (adjective)

  1. living forever, incapable of dying
  2. continuing forever, everlasting
  3. connected with or relating to immortality

Immortal (noun)

  1. one exempt from death
  2. the gods of the Greek and Roman pantheon
  3. a person whose fame is lasting

Immortal (adjective) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. lasting forever

    "the age-old quest for immortal fame"

    similar: ceaseless, dateless, deathless, endless, eternal, everlasting, permanent, perpetual, undying, unending
    related: durable, enduring, lasting, long-lived, persistent, stubborn, imperishable, indefeasible, indefectible, indelible, indestructible, indissoluble, inexpungible, timeless, abiding, stable, standing, steadfast, steady, unfailing, unfaltering, continual, continuing, continuous, incessant, unbroken, unceasing, uninterrupted, unremitting
    opposite: impermanent, mortal, temporary, transient
    near: ephemeral, evanescent, fleeting, fugacious, fugitive, momentary, passing, short-lived, transitory, interim, provisional, short-term

  2. having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish

    "vowed that his hatred of that family was immortal and that someday he'd get his revenge"

    similar: abiding, ageless, continuing, dateless, enduring, eternal, everlasting, imperishable, lasting, ongoing, perennial, perpetual, timeless, undying
    related: ceaseless, endless, permanent, changeless, constant, stable, stationary, steady, unchanging, unvarying
    near: antiquated, archaic, dated, obsolete, outdated, outmoded, out-of-date, outworn, passé

Immortal (noun) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. as in monument, worthy

    similar: demigod, dignitary, eminence, monument, pillar, worthy, cause célèbre, celeb, celebrity, figure, icon, light, luminary, megastar, name, notability, notable, notoriety, personage, personality, somebody, standout, star, superstar, VIP, favorite, hero, idol, baron, big shot, bigwig, kahuna, magnate, mogul, nabob, panjandrum
    opposite: lightweight, mediocrity, has-been, nobody, noncelebrity

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Immortal

The most common words with a similar meaning to Immortal:

ceaseless, dateless, deathless, endless, eternal, everlasting, permanent, perpetual, undying, unending, abiding, ageless, continuing, enduring, imperishable, lasting, ongoing, perennial, timeless, demigod, dignitary, eminence, monument, pillar, worthy, cause célèbre, celeb, celebrity, figure, icon, light, luminary, megastar, name, notability, notable, notoriety, personage, personality, somebody

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Immortal

Words with the opposite meaning of Immortal:

impermanent, mortal, temporary, transient, lightweight, mediocrity, has-been, nobody, noncelebrity

Related Words for Immortal

durable, long-lived, persistent, stubborn, indefeasible, indefectible, indelible, indestructible, indissoluble, inexpungible, stable, standing, steadfast, steady, unfailing, unfaltering, continual, continuous, incessant, unbroken, unceasing, uninterrupted, unremitting, changeless, constant, stationary, unchanging, unvarying

Near Antonyms of Immortal

ephemeral, evanescent, fleeting, fugacious, fugitive, momentary, passing, short-lived, transitory, interim, provisional, short-term, antiquated, archaic, dated, obsolete, outdated, outmoded, out-of-date, outworn, passé

Word Forms of Immortal

Derived words: immortally (adverb)

Origin & Etymology of Immortal

Middle English, from Latin immortalis, from in- + mortalis mortal

First known use: 14th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Immortal

What does "Immortal" mean?

"Immortal" means living forever, incapable of dying. As an an adjective and a noun, it is defined as: living forever, incapable of dying. It has 3 distinct senses.

What is another word for "Immortal"?

Other words for "Immortal" include ceaseless, dateless, deathless, endless, eternal, everlasting, permanent and perpetual. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Immortal" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Immortal"?

There are 83 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Immortal". Common alternatives include ceaseless, dateless, deathless, endless, eternal, everlasting, permanent, perpetual, undying and unending.

What is the opposite of "Immortal"?

Antonyms of "Immortal" include impermanent, mortal, temporary, transient, lightweight, mediocrity, has-been and nobody. Near antonyms include ephemeral, evanescent, fleeting and fugacious.

How do you use "Immortal" in a sentence?

Examples of "Immortal" in a sentence: "the age-old quest for immortal fame"; "vowed that his hatred of that family was immortal and that someday he'd get his revenge".

Is "Immortal" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Immortal" can be used as an adjective and a noun, depending on the context.

How do you pronounce "Immortal"?

"Immortal" is pronounced /(ˌ)i-ˈmȯr-tᵊl/ and divided into syllables as im·mor·tal.

What is the origin of the word "Immortal"?

"Immortal" comes from Middle English, from Latin immortalis, from in- + mortalis mortal. First known use: 14th century.