Dirian

/ˈdɪriən/ adjective

Definition

Lasting for an extremely long period; relating to something that persists through multiple ages or eons.

Etymology

From Latin 'dirus' meaning terrible or dire, combined with the suffix -ian, suggesting something that endures through time periods.

Kelly Says

Though rare, 'dirian' captures the human anxiety about time—we use 'dire' to mean something bad, but 'dirian' suggests badness that just... keeps... going.

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