Synonyms of endurance

endurance

noun

in-ˈdu̇r-ən(t)s 

as in continuity

uninterrupted or lasting existence

the endurance of his love for his wife was not arrested even by her death

Synonyms & Similar Words

• continuity
• continuation
• persistence
• continuance
• continuousness
• durability
• survival
• duration
• subsistence
• ceaselessness
• elongation
• extension
• lengthening
• stretching
• prolongation
• permanence
• abidance
• prolonging
• drawing out
• enduringness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• finish
• cessation
• end
• termination
• close
• expiration
• discontinuity
• discontinuance
• stoppage
• ending
• shortening
• surcease
• curtailment
• cutback
• abridgment

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of endurance

Like Betty White, just in terms of endurance and still being around and enjoying it? — Chris Willman, Variety, 7 Aug. 2026

Their jobs require endurance and discipline, as they not only rescue swimmers who are drowning. — Lois K. Solomon, Sun Sentinel, 6 Aug. 2026

But as disasters become more frequent and more complex, today’s generation of search, rescue, surveillance, and reconnaissance technology may not provide the endurance and technological capabilities required for some emergency-response applications. — Nia Bowers, USA Today, 6 Aug. 2026

Jeremy Reynolds and his horse, Treasure, won the 2026 Tevis Cup on Saturday night, leading a successful 70th running of the historic 100-mile endurance ride through California’s Sierra Nevada despite intense heat that tested both horses and riders. — Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 3 Aug. 2026