durable

[door-uh-buhl, dyoor-]

adjective

1. able to resist wear, decay, etc., well; lasting; enduring.

   Synonyms: permanent
   Antonyms: transitory, weak

noun

1. durables. durable goods.

durable

/ ˈdjʊərəbəl /

adjective

1. long-lasting; enduring

   a durable fabric

Other Word Forms

• durability noun
• durableness noun
• durably adverb
• undurable adjective
• undurably adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of durable¹

First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin dūrābilis; dure ², -able

Word History and Origins

Origin of durable¹

C14: from Old French, from Latin dūrābilis, from dūrāre to last; see _endure

Example Sentences

They also have better-performing loyalty programs and durable demand for premium seating.

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“The tariff impact has shifted into 2026, with the slight improvement reflecting that some inventory build up in early 2025, particularly of durable goods, will not be fully reversed in 2026,” the WTO said.

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The deal “has the potential to significantly accelerate our evolution into a global biotechnology leader by providing durable growth for the company well into the next decade,” said Genmab CEO Dr. Jan van de Winkel.

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Notably, round number support near $100 has proved durable, with key rebounds off that level in April and May.

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On social media, he employed his usual hyperbole, calling it a "historic and unprecedented event" and the "first steps toward a strong, durable and everlasting peace".

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Related Words

• dependable 
• enduring 
• lasting 
• permanent 
• reliable 
• stable 
• strong 
• tenacious