Definition of timeless

The word "timeless" has its roots in ancient Greek. The adjective "aionios" (αἰώνιος) means "lasting for or relating to an age or eternity; eternal, immortal." This concept was later adopted into Latin as "aeternus," which conveyed a sense of perpetual existence or enduring quality. The modern English word "timeless" emerged in the 16th century, derived from the Old French "temps" (time) and the Latin "aeternus" or "aionios." Initially, "timeless" meant "eternal" or "enduring beyond human scale of time." Over time, its meaning expanded to describe something that transcends temporal limits, existing outside the bounds of time, whether physically, emotionally, or aesthetically. Today, the term is often used to describe works of art, music, literature, or architecture that remain relevant and impactful across generations.