continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place; permanent secretary to the president; permanent address; literature of permanent value

[ Syn: permanent ]

retained; not shed; persistent leaves remain attached past maturity; the persistent gills of fishes

[ Syn: persistent ]

existing for a long time; hopes for a durable peace; a long-lasting friendship

[ Syn: durable , long-lasting , long-lived ]

lasting a long time without change; a lasting relationship'