immortal

Word parts

im- + mortal

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Noun

Singular immortal

Plural immortals

1. An immortal is a being that lives forever and does not age or die.

   Though never dying, an immortal can still be killed in certain cases.

Adjective

Positive immortal

Comparative none

Superlative none

1. If something or someone is immortal, it lives forever and never dies or disappears.

   In ancient Greek civilization, gods were believed to be immortal.

   Lots of people believe that human beings have an immortal soul inside.

Related words

• mortal
• immortality
• mortality