ABIDING Synonyms: 196 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ə-ˈbī-diŋ

Definition of abiding

as in enduring

having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish I have an abiding interest in animal welfare—it's not just a phase I'm going through

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abiding

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verb

present participle of abide

as in remaining

to continue to be in a place for a significant amount of time refused to abide where it was clear that he wasn't wanted

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as in living

to have a home the charming fantasy that fairies abide in the cup-shaped flowers dotting the woodland floor

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as in standing

to put up with (something painful or difficult) cannot abide being in huge crowds

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as in lasting

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state the village's once-honored ways no longer abide and now exist only in the memories of a few elders

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Recent Examples of abiding

Adjective

And civilians on both sides, despite a deep and abiding mistrust between the Catholic and Protestant communities, had also had enough. — Ned Temko, Christian Science Monitor, 2 Oct. 2025 This year’s Wimbledon, however, reawakened me to the abiding, fundamental connection between writers and tennis players. — Thomas Swick september 5, Literary Hub, 5 Sep. 2025

Verb

What ultimately did was rewarding the law-abiding ones with fewer red lights. — Jeff McMurray, Fortune, 29 Aug. 2026 Opportunities must be offered to all – the pursuit of happiness – must not be denied to law abiding Americans. — Gary Franks, Hartford Courant, 24 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for abiding

Recent Examples of Synonyms for abiding

Adjective

Throughout the community architectural details are inspired by the surrounding landscape and natural materials are shaped by refined craftsmanship to create spaces that are warm and enduring.

— Robb Report Studio, Robb Report, 12 Oct. 2026
Three decades and six sequels later, Scream remains one of horror’s most enduring (and most profitable) franchises.

— Scott Shilstone, Deadline, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of enduring

Verb

The Hawks ruled out veteran guard CJ McCollum with a nose contusion ahead of Monday night’s game, opening the door for the rookie guard to run with the remaining available starters.

— Lauren Williams, AJC.com, 7 Oct. 2026
Hope arose that the Daryl Powell settlement in January would lead to a quick resolution of the remaining lawsuits filed against the iconic Manhattan church.

— Luke Cyphers, Rolling Stone, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of remaining

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The living-and-dining area is about 200 square feet, and the galley kitchen has a passthrough that can be used as a counter but also sheds a little extra light on the dark cabinetry and jet-black tile.

— Matthew Sedacca, Curbed, 12 Oct. 2026
Producers Arya Ibrahim and Gita Fara describe the project as a story of the political upheaval of 1965, which tore families apart and left people who lost their citizenship living as exiles.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of living

Verb

But the arrangement of rose blossoms has been a long-standing scientific puzzle.

— Manon Bischoff, Scientific American, 13 Oct. 2026
In her pristine Los Angeles kitchen, Nora Lum—the actor, comedian, and rapper better known as Awkwafina—is standing over a stove with two burners and losing the fight with both.

— Elissa Suh, Bon Appetit Magazine, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of standing

Verb

Their research showed that Chinese import competition did lasting damage to American manufacturing communities, which did not adjust as smoothly as optimistic accounts of globalization predicted.

— Nick Lichtenberg, Fortune, 10 Oct. 2026
Enríquez argued that lasting economic recovery would be difficult without a legitimate government and that credible elections would help establish confidence among international investors.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of lasting

Adjective

After a series of trials that kept them apart, Psyche proved her devotion to the gods, was rescued by her divine husband, and became immortal herself.

— Encyclopedia Britannica, Encyclopedia Britannica, 9 Oct. 2026
My absolute favorite long-burn joke is that Kenneth is immortal.

— Maura Judkis, Washington Post, 7 Oct. 2026

Definition of immortal

Verb

For guests staying longer, the hotel can arrange activities including truffle hunts, seasonal wine harvest experiences, and tours of nearby towns and historical sites.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 13 Oct. 2026
Right now, Character Technologies is staying tight-lipped about which assets might sell, with a spokesperson only reiterating prior statements from the company’s press release and court filings to Ars.

— Ashley Belanger, ArsTechnica, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of staying

Verb

After combining to win just 60 games over the past three seasons, good health could see the team residing in the nation’s capital crack 40 wins for the first time since 2018.

— Kristian Winfield, New York Daily News, 9 Oct. 2026
For areas that are part of multiple congressional districts, The Post weighted those population estimates based on the 2020 block-level population residing in each district.

— Eric Lau, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026