Definition of immortal

The word "immortal" has its roots in Latin. The Latin word "immortalis" is derived from "im-" (meaning "not" or "un-") and "mortalis" (meaning "mortal" or "subject to death"). So, literally, "immortal" means "not mortal" or "deathless". In English, the word "immortal" has been used since the 14th century to describe something that is perpetual, eternal, or unaffected by death. In a broader sense, the term has been applied to concepts such as the soul, the divine, or even works of art that endure beyond human mortality. Over time, the word "immortal" has taken on various connotations, including associations with Greek mythology and the concept of "immortal" beings, like the Olympian gods. Today, the word remains a powerful and evocative term, often used to describe things that transcend the limitations of human life.