abiding

adjective

abid·​ing ə-ˈbī-diŋ How to pronounce abiding (audio)
: continuing for a long time : enduring
an abiding interest in nature
abidingly adverb

Examples of abiding in a Sentence

I have an abiding interest in animal welfare—it's not just a phase I'm going through.
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English abydynge, from present participle of abiden "to abide"

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of abiding was in the 15th century

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“Abiding.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/abiding. Accessed 7 Dec. 2023.

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