undecaying
Definition
Adjective: "Undecaying" describes something that does not decay, rot, or deteriorate over time. It implies a state of permanence, incorruptibility, or immunity to natural processes of decay.
Usage Examples
- (The monument did not rot or crumble.)
- (The soul is thought to be imperishable.)
- (The metal did not degrade.)
Advanced Usage
"Undecaying beauty": a poetic or literary phrase referring to beauty that does not fade or diminish with time.
- She possessed an undecaying beauty that defied the years. (Her beauty remained unchanged.)
"Undecaying principles": moral or ethical truths that are considered timeless and unchanging.
- The undecaying principles of justice guide our legal system. (These principles do not become outdated.)
Variants and Related Words
Decay (verb/noun): the process of rotting or deteriorating.
- The fruit began to decay after being left in the sun. (It started to rot.)
Decaying (adjective): in the process of rotting or declining.
- The decaying house was unsafe to enter. (The house was falling apart.)
Undecayed (adjective): not having decayed yet; still intact.
- The undecayed wood was used for building. (The wood had not rotted.)
Synonyms
- Incorruptible: not susceptible to corruption or decay.
- Imperishable: not liable to perish or decay.
- Perennial: lasting for a long time or indefinitely.
- Immortal: living forever; never dying or decaying.
Related Idioms
"Stand the test of time": to remain effective, popular, or in good condition for a long time.
- The undecaying quality of the artwork allowed it to stand the test of time. (The artwork lasted for centuries.)
"As fresh as a daisy": to be in excellent condition, often after a long period.
- The undecaying fabric of the ancient tapestry was as fresh as a daisy. (The tapestry looked new.)