endless

adjective

end·​less ˈen(d)-ləs 

1

: being or seeming to be without end

an endless speech

2

: extremely numerous

all the multiplied, endless, nameless iniquities

—Edmund Burke

3

: joined at the ends

an endless chain

endlessly adverb

endlessness noun

Synonyms

• infinite

Examples of endless in a Sentence

There was an endless line at the bank.

There is endless work to do on the house.

Recent Examples on the Web

Photo-Illustration: Wired Staff/Victoria Turk The worst part of travel is the planning: the faff of finding and booking transport, accommodation, restaurant reservations—the list can feel endless. —Victoria Turk, Wired News, 29 June 2025

In the age of dating apps and endless options, this fear has become more common than ever before. —Mark Travers, Forbes.com, 29 June 2025

The good news is, there are seemingly endless permutations of stripes, so whether you’re drawn to thicker lines or more sparse designs, this style can work for just about anyone. —Merrell Readman, Travel + Leisure, 28 June 2025

The choices are endless, from tacos and pizza to fine dining. —Jean E. Palmieri, Footwear News, 27 June 2025

Word History

First Known Use

before the 12th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Rhymes for endless

• friendless

Kids Definition

endless

adjective

end·​less ˈen-(d)ləs 

1

: being or seeming to be without end

2

: joined at the ends : continuous

an endless belt

endlessly adverb

endlessness noun