Definition

Something that lasts for the entire life of a person.

Example

She has a lifelong passion for music that started when she was a child.

Conversation

I’ve been thinking about what it means to have a lifelong passion.

That’s interesting! Do you have something specific in mind?

Yeah, I really want to learn how to play the guitar as a lifelong skill.

That sounds like a great idea! It’s awesome to have something to enjoy for years.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Lifelong → It is formed from "life" (from Old English "līf", meaning existence or living) and "long" (from Old English "lang", meaning extended in time or distance). The word "lifelong" means lasting for the duration of a person's life.

Memory Tip

Think of 'life' as the time we exist and 'long' as something that extends over time — that's why lifelong means something that lasts for your entire life.

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