DURABILITY Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

durability

noun

Definition of durability

as in continuity

uninterrupted or lasting existence the durability of the novel's popularity since it was first published in the 1930s

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Recent Examples of durability The system operated continuously for 3,000 hours, or about four months – a durability that could be important for the economics of green hydrogen. — Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 22 Aug. 2026 People choose these alternatives for their unique look and practical perks like durability, easy upkeep, or a naturally aging finish. — Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 21 Aug. 2026 The stock still trades at a steep discount to many semiconductor peers, reflecting skepticism about the durability of the memory cycle. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 21 Aug. 2026 Fired at the highest temperatures of any ceramic, its thin, delicate build also belies its versatility and durability. — Angela Tafoya, Architectural Digest, 21 Aug. 2026 The intensity and frequency of use can also determine their durability. — Bestreviews, Mercury News, 21 Aug. 2026 The Italian outsole manufacturer developed XS Dura to combine the responsiveness expected from a road-running shoe with the traction and durability required on less predictable surfaces. — Alexandra Harrell, Footwear News, 20 Aug. 2026 Kopel says the technology took about 10 years to develop, followed by roughly 18 months of bench, durability, and other validation testing once the design was finalized. — Shannon Cuthrell, IEEE Spectrum, 20 Aug. 2026 This gives you a 26% discount on a premium portable speaker featuring resonant acoustics with booming bass, IP67 dust and waterproof durability, up to 20 hours of battery life, USB-C power-out charging, and Bose SimpleSync connectivity. — Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 20 Aug. 2026

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Noun

Is there continuity between preschool, kindergarten, and elementary education?

— Jose Bolaños, San Diego Union-Tribune, 24 Aug. 2026
Fort Worth-area rankings Class 6A analysis With talented returners and continuity, North Crowley takes the top spot.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 24 Aug. 2026

Definition of continuity

Noun

Training has been high-intensity and high-output, in a continuation of Howe’s methods, with double sessions in La Manga, where internal records were set for some of the physical markers players met.

— Chris Waugh, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2026
So the goal, in many ways, is a continuation, just mixed with some new quirks.

— Noah White, Miami Herald, 20 Aug. 2026

Definition of continuation

Noun

James Ratcliff spoke for the Farley Road Neighborhood Coalition, agreeing that a continuance is necessary because of the change in the occupancy limit count.

— Nollyanne Delacruz, Mercury News, 19 Aug. 2026
His hearing, during which he was served a life sentence, occurred this month after the defense requested multiple continuances.

— Eleanor Jacobs, PEOPLE, 15 July 2026

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