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'