imperishability
- noun
- /ɪmˌpɛrɪʃəˈbɪlɪti/
- The scientist studied the imperishability of certain materials to understand their resistance to decay.
Examples
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Swinburne, however, rejects the argument from the indivisibility to the imperishability of the soul.
Academic text (1998) -
Gold is valued for its imperishability, making it a popular choice for jewelry and investments.
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The imperishability of the ancient monuments showcases the remarkable engineering skills of past civilizations.
Synonyms
The ability of something to last a long time without getting damaged
A quality that makes something impossible to break or harm
The state of being unable to fail, end, or be destroyed
Not able to decay, die, or be destroyed
The quality of lasting a very long time without decay or damage
A property of a material that does not break down over time
Lasting for a very long time without breaking or wearing out
Ability to stay in good condition for a long time
Antonyms
How Durable
Surface Forms
Morphology
imperishability = imperishable (transparent) = im + perish + able + ity
The noun is formed by adding the standard nominalizing suffix '-ity' to the adjective 'imperishable', which itself is transparently im- + perish + -able.
Etymology
Imperishability breaks into im- meaning 'not', perish meaning 'to die' or 'be destroyed', and -ability meaning 'the quality of'. So, imperishability is the quality of 'not being destroyed' or 'lasting a very long time', the opposite of perishable.