lasting

1 of 3

adjective

last·​ing ˈla-stiŋ 

: existing or continuing a long while : enduring

lastingly

ˈla-stiŋ-lē 

adverb

lastingness noun

lasting

2 of 3

noun

1

archaic : long life

2

: a sturdy cotton or worsted cloth used especially in shoes and luggage

lasting

3 of 3

present participle of last entry 1, last entry 6

Synonyms of lasting

Adjective

• enduring
• ongoing
• continuing
• immortal
• eternal

Choose the Right Synonym for lasting

lasting, permanent, durable, stable mean enduring for so long as to seem fixed or established.

lasting implies a capacity to continue indefinitely.

a book that left a lasting impression on me

permanent adds usually the implication of being designed or planned to stand or continue indefinitely.

permanent living arrangements

durable implies power to resist destructive agencies.

durable fabrics

stable implies lastingness because of resistance to being overturned or displaced.

a stable government

Examples of lasting in a Sentence

Adjective

a book with lasting significance

The trip had a lasting effect on her.

Recent Examples on the Web

Adjective

Small actions can have lasting effects Our findings suggest that many opportunities for suicide prevention occur during ordinary daily interactions. — Jonathan Wright, The Conversation, 21 Aug. 2026

Chuck has no doubt left an indelible mark on the business and his contributions have shaped the team in lasting ways. — Michael Schneider, Variety, 20 Aug. 2026

Noun

Several reports indicate that these closures are among the longest lasting in South China in recent years. — Glenn Taylor, Sourcing Journal, 24 Sep. 2025

They are made to feel luxuriously soft with sustainable TENCEL™ Modal fabric that is breathable, long lasting and machine washable. — Vanessa Powell, Men's Health, 23 Nov. 2022

Word History

First Known Use

Adjective

13th century, in the meaning defined above

Noun

1762, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Phrases Containing lasting

• long-lasting

Rhymes for lasting

• blasting
• casting
• fasting
• broadcasting
• contrasting
• forecasting
• recasting
• sandblasting
• everlasting
• telecasting

Kids Definition

lasting

adjective

last·​ing

ˈlas-tiŋ

: existing or continuing a long while

lastingly adverb

lastingness noun