permanently
UK: /ˈpɜːmənəntli/ | US: /ˈpɜːrmənəntli/
adv. in a way that lasts or remains unchanged indefinitely
adv. in a way that is not temporary or subject to reversal
The word "permanently" derives from the Latin permanens (present participle of permanere, meaning "to endure"). The root per- (through) + manere (to remain) combines to form "permanent," implying steadfast continuity. The suffix -ly converts the adjective into an adverb, emphasizing the enduring nature of an action or state. Over time, "permanently" evolved in English to describe irreversible or unchanging conditions, reflecting its Latin roots in persistence.
The tattoo was inscribed permanently on her skin.
He decided to move abroad permanently.
The damage to the ecosystem may be permanently irreversible.
The museum exhibit was closed permanently due to funding cuts.
Her name was permanently etched into the award plaque.