permanent meaning and definition

PERMANENT noun

Definition of permanent (noun)

1. a series of waves in the hair made by applying heat and chemicals
   • synonyms: perm, permanent wave

PERMANENT adjective

Definition of permanent (adjective)

1. continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place
   • "permanent secretary to the president"; "permanent address"; "literature of permanent value"
   • synonyms: lasting
   • antonym: impermanent
2. not capable of being reversed or returned to the original condition
   • "permanent brain damage"