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permanence

/ˈpɜmənəns/

Meanings
  • noun

    The quality or state of remaining unchanged over a long period.

    - "The permanence of the mountains is a testament to the earth's geological history."
    - "Despite the advances in technology, some traditional practices retain their permanence."
  • noun

    The quality or state of continuing to exist or be in operation.

    - "The permanence of a company's brand is an important factor in its success."
    - "The permanence of a contract is essential for both parties."

Antonyms

impermanence , transience
Synonyms

perdurance , remanence
Rhymes
Words rhyming with permanence
remains , chains , plains , rains , gains
Variants
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permanence , permanences
Etymology
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From the Latin word 'permanere,' meaning 'to remain,' 'to abide,' or 'to endure.'


Trivia
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  1. The Great Wall of China is a symbol of permanence and endurance.

  2. The oldest known written record is a Sumerian tablet that has been dated to around 2600 BC, demonstrating the permanence of human record-keeping.

  3. The diamond is the hardest natural substance on Earth and is known for its permanence and durability.


Related Concepts
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  1. Immutability: The quality or state of being unchanged over time. Immutability is a related concept to permanence, as both refer to the absence of change.

  2. Durability: The ability to withstand wear and tear over a long period. Durability is a related concept to permanence, as both refer to the ability to endure.


Culture
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The concept of permanence has been a recurring theme in various cultures and philosophies. In ancient China, the idea of 'permanence and change' was a fundamental principle in the philosophy of Daoism. In Western philosophy, the concept of permanence has been explored in the works of Aristotle, Plato, and Immanuel Kant.

How to Memorize "permanence"

  1. visualize

    - Visualize a rock that has been in the same place for millions of years.
    - Imagine a tree that has been growing for hundreds of years.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'permanence' with the image of a mountain.
    - Think of the word 'permanence' when you see something that never changes.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the acronym 'P-E-R-M-A-N-E-N-C-E' to remember the meaning: 'P'ermanent, 'E'nduring, 'R'eliable, 'M'aximum, 'A'bsolute, 'N'ever-changing, 'E'ternal, 'N'ever-ending, 'C'onsistent, 'E'ssential.'
    - Create a mental image of a rock that represents the concept of permanence.


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