enduring

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adjective

en·​dur·​ing in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ 

-ˈdyu̇r-, 

en-

: lasting, durable

an enduring truth

enduringly adverb

enduringness noun

enduring

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present participle of endure

enduringness

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noun

en·​dur·​ing·​ness

plural -es

: lasting quality : permanence

Synonyms of enduring

Adjective

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

Examples of enduring in a Sentence

Adjective

science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Three decades and six sequels later, Scream remains one of horror’s most enduring (and most profitable) franchises. — Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

The couple developed an enduring affection for the writing of Willa Cather when they were invited in 1990 to give a reading at the author’s childhood home in Nebraska. — Valerie J. Nelson, Los Angeles Times, 6 Oct. 2026

The Salem witch trials of 1692 carved out an enduring and powerful niche in American history for this little town, and this intimate, kitschy museum does an excellent job telling the story. — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 4 Oct. 2026

An enduring muse, the noble creature has served humanity in countless ways—as transportation; on the hunt and in war; in sport and pageantry. — Air Mail, 3 Oct. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

15th century, in the meaning defined above

Rhymes for enduring

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