Permanent and Persistent

Permanent

Permanent adjective - Lasting forever.
Usage example: a temporary compromise has been accepted until a more permanent solution can be agreed upon

Persistent is a synonym for permanent in lasting topic. In some cases you can use "Persistent" instead an adjective "Permanent", when it comes to topics like continue, constant.

Persistent

Persistent adjective - Continuing despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement.

Permanent is a synonym for persistent in continue topic. You can use "Permanent" instead an adjective "Persistent", if it concerns topics such as chronic.

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