eternity

UK
/ɪˈtɜː.nɪ.ti/
US
/ɪˈtɝː.nə.ti/

Translations

eternitynoun
eternities
pl
The concept of eternity is difficult to grasp.
Понятие вечности трудно понять.
eternityadjective
UK
/ɪˈtɜː.nɪ.ti/
US
/ɪˈtɝː.nə.ti/
Used attributively before a noun, especially in the term 'eternity ring', to denote something lasting or continuous.

Definitions

eternitynoun
Infinite or unending time; a state of existence outside time.
The concept of eternity is often discussed in philosophical and religious contexts.
A period of time that seems endless, especially a long and tedious one.
Waiting for the bus in the rain felt like an eternity.
The quality or state of being eternal.
The artist's work achieved a sense of eternity through its timeless themes.
The afterlife; a state of existence after death believed to be eternal.
Many religions promise rewards in eternity for the faithful.
eternityadjective
Attributive. Describing an object that symbolizes or is intended to last forever.
He surprised her with an eternity ring set with diamonds.