Definition

The state of living forever or having an existence that does not end.

Example

Many ancient cultures believed in the concept of immortality, hoping to live forever in some form.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the concept of immortality?

Yeah, it’s fascinating but also a bit scary to think about.

Right? I wonder what it would be like to have immortality in real life.

I guess it would change our perspective on everything, especially time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Immortality is formed from "in-" (meaning not) and "mortalitas" (from Latin "mors", meaning death). The word describes a state of being not subject to death, hence eternal life.

Memory Tip

Think of 'not' ('in-') being related to 'death' ('mors') — that's why immortality means living forever, without death.

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