Definition

Lasting forever; having no end or limit in time.

Example

The concept of love is often described as sempiternal, transcending time and space.

Conversation

Have you ever thought about the concept of sempiternal love?

Yeah, it's a beautiful idea that some things can last forever.

Exactly! It makes me wonder if there are truly sempiternal bonds between people.

I believe there can be, especially with deep friendships.

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Root Explanation

Sempiternal → It is formed from "semper" (meaning always) and "aeternus" (meaning eternal). The word "sempiternal" refers to something that is everlasting or eternal, existing forever without end.

Memory Tip

Think of 'always' ('semper') and 'eternal' ('aeternus') to remember that 'sempiternal' means something that lasts forever.

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