noun
- Beings or entities that exist forever and do not die; immortal creatures or gods.
- In Marvel Comics, a superhuman race of powerful, long-lived beings created by the Celestials.
Usage: Often used in mythology, fantasy, and religious contexts.; Typically plural; singular form is 'eternal'.
Usage: Proper noun when referring to the specific Marvel Comics group.; Popular culture/fictional reference.
Examples
- In Greek mythology, the eternals were gods who ruled from Mount Olympus.
- The ancient texts describe eternals as beings beyond the reach of death and disease.
- Many religions speak of eternals dwelling in a heavenly realm.
- The Eternals are a superhuman race featured in Marvel's cinematic universe.
- Unlike mortals, the eternals were said to possess infinite wisdom and power.
- Philosophers have long debated whether true eternals could exist in our universe.