enduring

adjective

en·​dur·​ing in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ How to pronounce enduring (audio)
-ˈdyu̇r-
en-
Synonyms of enduringnext
: lasting, durable
an enduring truth
enduringly adverb
enduringness noun

Examples of enduring in a Sentence

science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own
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His role in Walker, Texas Ranger cemented him as a household name, a figure so embedded in the fabric of weeknight television that his tough-guy persona became the very foundation for what would later become one of the internet’s most enduring jokes. Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2026 Among her most enduring achievements is Connecticut’s bottle bill, a program that has helped reduce litter, strengthen recycling, and reinforce a culture of environmental responsibility across the state. Chuck Riegle, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2026 Indeed, the crown prince has demonstrated an enduring interest in developing a Saudi nuclear fuel cycle. Amy McAuliffe, The Conversation, 17 Mar. 2026 The band formed in Los Angeles in 1983 and became one of the most enduring acts in punk rock, releasing over a dozen studio albums independently through Fat Mike’s Fat Wreck Chords label. Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 16 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enduring

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of enduring was in the 15th century

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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enduring. Accessed 22 Mar. 2026.

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