enduring

adjective

en·​dur·​ing in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ 

-ˈdyu̇r-, 

en-

: lasting, durable

an enduring truth

enduringly adverb

enduringness noun

Synonyms of enduring

• ongoing
• immortal
• continuing
• lasting
• eternal
• perpetual
• perennial

Examples of enduring in a Sentence

science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own

Recent Examples on the Web

But for all his business success, Turner’s efforts to protect the planet itself and its few remaining wild places could be his most enduring legacy. —Drew Kann, AJC.com, 7 May 2026

Drawing on rare archival material and intimate access, LOS LOBOS NATIVE SONS chronicles the extraordinary 50-year journey of Los Lobos, revealing the music, roots, and legacy of one of America’s most enduring bands. —Matthew Carey, Deadline, 6 May 2026

With her talent, incandescence and an underlying vulnerability, Monroe went on to become one of the most enduring stars of all time — with all kinds of stories attached to her legacy. —Kc Baker, PEOPLE, 6 May 2026

Part of the other reason the legacy-quel is now so common and enduring has plenty to do with streaming. —Brian Welk, IndieWire, 4 May 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for enduring

• alluring
• assuring
• contouring
• ensuring
• insuring
• manuring
• maturing
• obscuring
• procuring
• securing
• curing
• during