Forever (Adverb)
Meaning 1
For a very long or seemingly endless time; "she took forever to write the paper"; "we had to wait forever and a day".
Examples
- We have been waiting forever for the restaurant to open its doors.
- The traffic light seemed to stay red forever before finally turning green.
- She's been practicing the piano for years and is still not good, it's taking her forever.
- He took forever to make up his mind about which college to attend.
- It took the company forever to release the new product due to issues with manufacturing.
Synonyms
Meaning 2
Without interruption; "the world is constantly changing".
Examples
- The earth spins forever, without ever stopping its continuous rotation.
- In many cultures it is believed that the universe has existed forever and will continue to exist infinitely.
- Humans have been seeking to unravel the mysteries of the cosmos forever, ever since their existence on earth.
- Despite ongoing natural disasters the cycle of life continues forever as it repeats itself over and over again.
- Mountains and oceans remain forever as immovable and unchangeable creations of the earth's landscape.
Synonyms
Meaning 3
For a limitless time; "no one can live forever"; "brightly beams our Father's mercy from his lighthouse evermore"- P.P.Bliss.
Examples
- If I take good care of my car, it will run forever.
- Their love has endured the test of time and will last forever.
- No one can live forever, but we can try to make the most of our lives.
- We will cherish the memories of our happy times together forever.
- The city's energy and excitement will be present forever in the hearts of those who lived there.