Synonyms for

Forever

Verb / fɜ:ˈevɜ: / Another word for forever — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

for all future time; for always

Synonyms & similar words

everlastingly incessantly perpetually constantly eternally foreverandaday evermore always eternally perpetually endlessly incessantly unendingly continually evermore always enduringly ceaselessly permanently uninterruptedly unceasingly constantly everlastingly perennially immortally evermore

Synonyms by register

Formal

eternally perpetually in perpetuity everlastingly

Informal

always all the time for ages for good

Literary

aeonian sempiternal unendingly

Antonyms

never briefly momentarily temporarily ephemerally fleetingly

Common collocations

  • love you forever
  • for ever and ever
  • live forever
  • last forever
  • remember forever
  • hold forever
  • go on forever

Word family

adjective everlasting
adverb forever

Usage note

While 'forever' and 'for ever' are often used interchangeably, 'forever' is more common in modern English, especially in informal contexts. 'For ever' is sometimes preferred in more formal or literary writing.

Example sentences

  1. She promised to be his friend forever.
  2. I will cherish this moment forever.
  3. The memory of her will live forever in our hearts.
  4. He will be remembered forever for his kindness.
  5. The love between us will last forever.

Quotes

  • 'Forever' is composed of nows. - Emily Dickinson
  • 'Forever' is a long time, but I wouldn't mind spending it by your side. - Unknown
  • 'Forever' is hard to promise, especially when you're not sure you can see tomorrow. - Unknown

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