Meaning & use

Imperishable

adjective·Academic

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Not subject to decay or destruction; lasting forever or for a very long time.

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The ancient monument stands as an imperishable symbol of the civilization that built it.

Canned goods are prized for being nearly imperishable.

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Used both for physical durability, such as food that resists spoiling, and for abstract ideas or legacies that endure.

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