immortal

The word “immortal” means living forever; never dying. In plain terms, unable to die, or so famous/great that it will be remembered forever.

“Immortal” is pronounced ih-MAW-tuhl (/ɪˈmɔɹtəl/ in IPA).

Here is “immortal” used in a sentence: “In Greek myth, the gods were immortal.”

Words with a similar meaning to “immortal” include deathless, everlasting, undeadly and undying.

The opposite of “immortal” — its antonyms — is mortal.

Depending on how it is used, “immortal” can be an adjective and a noun.

The word “immortal” comes from Latin. From Latin immortalis, "not mortal" (im- + mortalis, from mors, "death").

“Immortal” is a fairly common word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.

Immortal specifically means not subject to death, describing a being that lives forever, while eternal more broadly means existing outside or beyond time, without beginning or end, and can describe abstract things like truths or ideas rather than only living beings. An eternal truth does not 'live,' but an immortal being does.

Yes, immortal can describe achievements, works, or reputations that are so great or memorable they will never be forgotten, such as an immortal performance or an immortal piece of music. This figurative use extends the literal sense of never dying to lasting fame.

Yes, immortal can function as a noun referring to a being that cannot die, such as a god or mythical figure described as one of the immortals. This noun use is common in mythology and fantasy writing.