immortality

noun

im·​mor·​tal·​i·​ty ˌi-ˌmȯr-ˈta-lə-tē How to pronounce immortality (audio)
Synonyms of immortality
: the quality or state of being immortal:
a
: unending existence
believes in the immortality of the soul
b
: lasting fame
achieved immortality through her art

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She believed in the immortality of the soul. He found immortality through his films.
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The 20-year-old Italian prodigy and Mercedes driver could achieve Formula 1 immortality Sunday by becoming the youngest world champion in history at the United States Grand Prix in Texas. — Sahil Kapur, NBC news, 23 Oct. 2026 And of course, the implications of digital immortality research extend beyond personal loss. — Lissa Soep, Vox, 17 Oct. 2026 For Maxwell, life on earth became a moral exercise, an attempt to deserve immortality. — James Whorton Jr, Longreads, 13 Oct. 2026 But its significance can extend beyond status, reflecting an ancient aspiration for immortality. — ABC News, 17 Sep. 2026 See All Example Sentences for immortality

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First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of immortality was in the 14th century

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“Immortality.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/immortality. Accessed 27 Oct. 2026.

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immortality

noun
im·​mor·​tal·​i·​ty ˌim-ˌȯr-ˈtal-ət-ē How to pronounce immortality (audio)
: the quality or state of being immortal:
a
: endless life
b
: lasting fame or glory

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