lifelong

[ lahyf-lawng, -long ]

adjective

1. lasting or continuing through all or much of one's life:

   lifelong regret.

lifelong

/ ˈlaɪfˌlɒŋ /

adjective

1. lasting for or as if for a lifetime

Word History and Origins

Origin of lifelong¹

1750–60; life + long ¹ (adv.)

Example Sentences

She says what she thought would be her dream job ended up leaving her with lifelong trauma.

From BBC

"Many families tell us that they are deeply concerned about the lack of provision for their children post-18, whether that is in relation to lifelong learning, mental health, employment, or supported living," she said.

From BBC

Alawieh, a lifelong Democrat and onetime chief of staff for Rep. Cori Bush, has spent years mobilizing Democratic voters in Dearborn.

From Slate

She called this election “heartbreaking,” a painful choice for a lifelong Democrat deeply connected to the party, introduced to it by her father, a staunch United Auto Workers member.

From Slate

"Autism was seen for many years as a childhood condition but it's a lifelong condition and as people get older they remain autistic," said Andrew.

From BBC

Related Words

• constant
• continuing
• deep-rooted
• enduring
• inveterate
• long-lasting
• permanent
• persistent