adj

immemorial

ih-muh-MAW-ree-uhl

Immemorial (adj) means So old that it goes back further than anyone can remember or record. Example: “The village has followed the same harvest customs since time immemorial.”

adj

So old that it goes back further than anyone can remember or record.

"The village has followed the same harvest customs since time immemorial."

How to use immemorial

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishExtremely old — from a time so far back no one can remember its start.

Common pairings

since time immemorial immemorial custom

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Etymology

From French immemorial, formed from "im-" ("not") plus "memorial."

Origin: French

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Frequently asked questions

What does “immemorial” mean?

The word “immemorial” means so old that it goes back further than anyone can remember or record. In plain terms, extremely old — from a time so far back no one can remember its start.

How do you pronounce “immemorial”?

“Immemorial” is pronounced ih-muh-MAW-ree-uhl (/ɪ.məˈmɔːɹi.əl/ in IPA).

How do you use “immemorial” in a sentence?

Here is “immemorial” used in a sentence: “The village has followed the same harvest customs since time immemorial.”

What part of speech is “immemorial”?

“Immemorial” is an adjective.

Where does the word “immemorial” come from?

The word “immemorial” comes from French. From French immemorial, formed from "im-" ("not") plus "memorial.".