What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
permanent
Example
The company offered her a permanent position after her probationary period. [permanent: adjective]
Example
The damage to the building was so severe that it required a permanent fix. [permanent: noun]
fixed
Example
He fixed the broken chair leg with some glue. [fixed: verb]
Example
The schedule for the conference is fixed and cannot be altered. [fixed: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Permanent is more commonly used than fixed in everyday language. Permanent is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while fixed is less common and often used in specific situations such as prices or schedules.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between permanent and fixed?
Permanent has a more formal and serious connotation, while fixed can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
