ENDURES Synonyms: 113 Similar and Opposite Words

endures

verb

present tense third-person singular of endure

as in undergoes

to come to a knowledge of (something) by living through it an elderly couple who have endured the ups and downs of a half century of married life

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as in tolerates

to put up with (something painful or difficult) at some point we all have to endure the loss of a beloved pet

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as in remains

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state the fashion business is built on change, since nobody expects a particular clothing style to endure

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Recent Examples of endures One reason the design concept endures is the sink's functionality within the kitchen's larger scheme. —

Kristina McGuirk, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Jan. 2026 Solomon’s Knot also endures across many cultures as a potent symbol. —

Maria Mocerino, Interesting Engineering, 10 Jan. 2026 In the face of disappearance, something mysterious endures. —

Theater Critic, Los Angeles Times, 9 Jan. 2026 As Connecticut endures a wave of a variety of flu strains, other influenza-like illness are also circulating and making people sick. —

Staff Report, Hartford Courant, 5 Jan. 2026 While faith and hope are vital, love endures forever. —

Willie Wilson, Chicago Tribune, 1 Jan. 2026 Nathan Stewart-Jarrett plays Jules, a drag performer who endures a violent assault by a stranger named Preston (George MacKay). —

Ilana Gordon, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025 The offensive line, which endures almost-weekly makeovers due to injury, also seemed sluggish on Sunday. —

Charlotte Observer, 29 Dec. 2025 Similarly, Scottish industry has a heritage rooted in craftsmanship, high-quality materials, and pride in work that endures. —

Stephen Garner, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025

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When dietary fiber undergoes the process of fermentation in the gut, short-chain fatty acids (SCFAs) are produced.

— Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 9 Jan. 2026
The auto-shutoff is just one safeguard against overheating; each blanket undergoes vetting with 74 safety checks to prevent potential fire hazards and ensure its durability.

— Maggie Horton, PEOPLE, 8 Jan. 2026