adjective

undying

un-DYE-ing/ʌnˈdaɪɪŋ/

Lasting forever without fading.

The cherished ring and old portrait express the person's undying affection.

An older adult holds a cherished ring beside a small portrait of the same couple when younger, conveying undying affection across time; no implication of a specific death or universal relationship claim.

Etymology

unOld Englishnot

+dyMiddle Englishto die

+ingEnglishpresent participle

Literally “not dying,” the word originally meant immortal or not subject to death. Applied figuratively to feelings, it describes devotion or strength that never comes to an end.

In context

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I've been a Die Hard Chicago White Sox fan for nearly 40 years I say that with the very Express intent of sharing my deep and undying love for this team

The Infamous 2023 Radio Caller Rant about the Chicago White Sox

More examples

The fans show undying loyalty, even through losing seasons.
You have my undying gratitude for saving my life.
His letters express an undying hope for peace.

Forms

undying

Similar words

everlasting: Emphasizes endless duration rather than continued strength or intensity.
unfading: Emphasizes retaining freshness or intensity rather than lasting forever.