Quote by Oscar Wilde
Always! That is a dreadful word. It makes me shudder when I hear it. Women are so fond of using it. They spoil every romance by trying to make it last forever. It is a meaningless word, too. The only difference between a caprice and a life-long passion is that the caprice lasts a little longer.
Summary
This quote, spoken by Oscar Wilde in his play "The Importance of Being Earnest," highlights his disdain for the word "always." Wilde suggests that women, in particular, use this word excessively, ultimately ruining any romance by attempting to make it eternal. He argues that "always" is a hollow word since there is little distinction between a fleeting infatuation and a lifelong love – the only dissimilarity being the duration of the relationship. Wilde's satirical tone seeks to challenge notions of timeless love and criticize the unrealistic expectations society often imposes on romantic relationships.
By Oscar Wilde
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