durable
Americanadjective
noun
adjective
Other Word Forms
- durability noun
- durableness noun
- durably adverb
- undurable adjective
- undurably adverb
Etymology
Origin of durable
First recorded in 1350–1400; Middle English, from Middle French, from Latin dūrābilis; dure 2, -able
Example Sentences
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He wants the headlines, but without doing the hard graft to lay the groundwork needed for peace to be durable.
From BBC
She was also durable, playing in 31 games, totaled double digits in points in all but one and scored 20 or more points 12 times.
From Los Angeles Times
We are actively recruiting Primary Starting Pitchers who want to take the ball every week, pitch deep into games, and become the durable, innings-capable arms MLB organizations need.
From Los Angeles Times
Plastics are deeply embedded in modern life because they are durable, affordable, and versatile.
From Science Daily
The deal supports the company’s moat and provides durable organic growth.
From Barron's
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