immortal
Translation
immortal, undying, eternal
Examples
The gods were believed to be immortal.
The gods were believed to be immortal.
Shakespeare's immortal words live on.
Shakespeare's immortal words live on.
Grammar Patterns
to be immortal to live or last for ever The Greek gods were immortal.
immortal ((noun)) very famous and likely to be remembered for a long time She wrote some immortal poetry.
Similar Words
Synonyms: undying, eternal, everlasting; Antonyms: mortal, transient, ephemeral
Etymology
Prefix 'im-' (not) + 'mortal' (subject to death). Literally 'not subject to death'.
Memory Tips
Again, 'im-' means 'not'. A mortal is someone who can die. An immortal is someone who cannot die.