permanently
2 antonyms and opposites of permanently, grouped by meaning.
Adv — In a way that lasts forever, or for good.
Antonyms
How to use permanently
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From permanent + -ly.
Full origin of permanently →Frequently asked questions
What does “permanently” mean?
The word “permanently” means in a way that lasts forever, or for good. In plain terms, for good, with no plan to change or reverse it.
How do you pronounce “permanently”?
“Permanently” is pronounced PUR-muh-nuhnt-lee (/ˈpɝmənəntli/ in IPA).
How do you use “permanently” in a sentence?
Here is “permanently” used in a sentence: “The factory closed permanently last year.”
What is the opposite of “permanently”?
The opposite of “permanently” — its antonyms — are temporarily and transiently.
What part of speech is “permanently”?
“Permanently” is an adverb.
Is “permanently” a common word?
“Permanently” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between permanently and temporarily?
They are direct opposites. Permanently means in a way that lasts forever or for good, while temporarily means for a limited time only. A shop that is permanently closed will not reopen; one that is temporarily closed intends to open again.
Is it permanently or permanantly?
The correct spelling is permanently: permanent plus the ending -ly. Misspellings such as "permanantly" and "permenantly" are common because the middle syllables are unstressed, but only permanently is correct.
What is the difference between permanently and forever?
Both mean for all time, but forever is the more absolute, emotive word, common in speech and expressions like "friends forever." Permanently is the practical choice for statuses, decisions, and records, as in "permanently deleted" or "permanently banned," where it means for good, with no planned reversal.