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Perpetuated

Verb / pɜ:ˈpetʃʌˌweɪtɪd / Another word for perpetuated — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To make something continue to happen over a long period of time; to cause something to be remembered or continued

Synonyms & similar words

perpetuate continue maintain preserve prolong sustain uphold

Example sentences

  1. The myth that vaccines cause autism is perpetuated by misinformation on social media.
  2. The family business was perpetuated by the younger generation.
  3. The artist's legacy was perpetuated by the museum exhibit.
  4. The tradition of singing carols on Christmas Eve is perpetuated in our family.
  5. The false idea that the earth is flat has been perpetuated for centuries.

Quotes

  • Traditions are group efforts to keep the unexpected from happening. - Barbara Tober
  • The only thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for good men to do nothing. - Edmund Burke
  • A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes. - Mark Twain

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