immortelle

/ɛ̃.moʁ.tɛl/

Definitions

1. noun

A type of flowering plant, particularly the Helichrysum bracteatum, also known as the strawflower.

“The fields of immortelle stretched as far as the eye could see.”

2. adjective

Indefinitely lasting or persisting.

“The immortelle quality of the poem has made it a timeless classic.”

Synonyms

  • eternal
  • perpetual

Antonyms

  • mortal
  • temporary