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Wordabulary

perpetual

Pronunciation
Adjective B1 Intermediate

Quick answer

Continuing forever or for a very long time without stopping.

"The city seemed to exist in a state of perpetual construction, with roadwork never quite finished."

Synonyms and antonyms

Synonyms

constant endless

Antonyms

Test yourself

Which word fits the gap? "The city seemed to exist in a state of _____ construction, with roadwork never quite finished."

Answer: perpetual

In your own words, what does "perpetual" mean?

Continuing forever or for a very long time without stopping.

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