Word Meaning

Meaning of perpetuity

- The quality or state of being perpetual; as, the perpetuity of laws.
- Something that is perpetual.
- Endless time.
- The number of years in which the simple interest of any sum becomes equal to the principal.
- The number of years' purchase to be given for an annuity to continue forever.
- A perpetual annuity.
- Duration without limitations as to time.
- The quality or condition of an estate by which it becomes inalienable, either perpetually or for a very long period; also, the estate itself so modified or perpetuated.