evermore
Americanadverb
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always; continually; forever.
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at all future times; henceforth.
adverb
Etymology
Origin of evermore
First recorded in 1175–1225, evermore is from the Middle English word evermor. See ever, more
Vocabulary lists containing evermore
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
Quitting requires both ignoring that urge and going against a society that historically has reinforced, rather than condemned, the accumulation of evermore items, Preston said.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 14, 2025
They wanted new, evermore costly kits — and the hobby became far more expensive.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 20, 2024
The significance of her pandemic-era albums "folklore" and "evermore" cannot be overstated: they've hoisted her from pop country darling to singer-songwriter maestro in the lineage of Stevie Wonder, Paul Simon, and Paul McCartney.
From Salon • Oct. 13, 2023
And the blessing of the God of love, the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, go with you this day and for evermore.
From BBC • Jul. 4, 2023
Her ladies evermore praised her beauty, and she loved to be told that she was too young to be the mother of a grown prince.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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