enduring

[en-door-ing, -dyoor-]

adjective

1. lasting; permanent.

   a poet of enduring greatness.

2. patient; long-suffering.

enduring

/ ɪnˈdjʊərɪŋ /

adjective

1. permanent; lasting

2. having forbearance; long-suffering

Other Word Forms

• enduringness noun
• enduringly adverb
• nonenduring adjective
• unenduring adjective
• unenduringly adverb

Word History and Origins

Origin of enduring¹

First recorded in 1525–35; endure + -ing ²

Example Sentences

In her victim impact statement, Phyllis Ferns, spoke of her "loss and the enduring effect of the death of her son".

From BBC

In September of 2020, Salon — along with Womack’s media company, Wonderwall — produced the first episode of “Everything Fab Four,” pitched as a new podcast featuring fun and intelligent stories about the Beatles’ enduring cultural influence.

From Salon

After rewatching “The Office” a few years ago, Nuñez concluded that only a couple episodes are “mediocre,” which speaks of the show’s overall quality and enduring power.

From Los Angeles Times

The case had gripped the country and remains one of New Zealand's most enduring mysteries.

From BBC

But it was as a working scientist that he made his most enduring contributions, the role he was most proud of.

From Los Angeles Times

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