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

"I wanted to pursue research in mathematics, as I've had a lifelong interest in the subject, but never had the opportunity to take part in math-based research until now," Hartman said.

From Science Daily

“And this air could cause lifelong health issues.”

From NewsForKids.net

Armed with their paintbrushes and toolkits, lifelong fans of Kettering Town are busy preparing their 3,000-capacity ground ready for next month's televised FA Cup clash.

From BBC

The court heard he had been subject to a lifelong licence at the time of the offences, after he had been jailed in 1979 and served 25 years before his 2004 release.

From BBC

The first 1,000 days of a child's life, often called the "golden period", are pivotal: by age two, 80% of the brain develops, laying the foundation for lifelong potential.

From BBC

Related Words

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