durability

American  

[door-uh-bil-i-tee, dyoor-] / ˌdʊər əˈbɪl ɪ ti, ˌdyʊər- /

Also durableness

noun

1. the ability to last over time, resisting wear, breakage, deterioration, etc..

   Those who own this make of car really can't complain, given the high quality, dependability, and durability of their product lines.

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Other Word Forms

• undurability noun
• undurableness noun

Etymology

Origin of durability

First recorded in 1350–1400; Latin dūrābili(s) + -tās noun suffix; durable ( def. ), -ty ² ( def. )

Example Sentences

Strong bonds give plastics their durability, but they also make them difficult to break down once discarded.

From Science Daily

This durability allowed the vocal cords more time to heal compared with currently available injectable treatments, which typically break down much faster.

From Science Daily

Water walking will develop muscles and joints without the stress of my full weight, and that could “optimize” my pickleball durability and general fitness, Klapper said.

From Los Angeles Times

The Summer of Starc - the 35-year-old has also outscored three of England's top order with the bat - is the peak of a Test career built on durability, wicket-taking skill and a keenness to evolve.

From BBC

The result is a consumer economy that looks weak in aggregate, yet surprisingly durable in targeted categories—particularly those tied to durability, energy efficiency, and household upgrading.

From Barron's

Related Words

• endurance
• grit
• persistence
• stamina
• staying power