LASTING Synonyms: 101 Similar and Opposite Words

Q: How does the adjective 'lasting' contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of lasting are durable , permanent , and stable . While all these words 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

Q: Where would 'durable' be a reasonable alternative to 'lasting'?

Although the words durable and lasting have much in common, durable implies power to resist destructive agencies. // durable fabrics

Q: When could 'permanent' be used to replace 'lasting'?

The words permanent and lasting can be used in similar contexts, but permanent adds usually the implication of being designed or planned to stand or continue indefinitely. // permanent living arrangements

Q: When can 'stable' be used instead of 'lasting'?

While in some cases nearly identical to lasting , stable implies lastingness because of resistance to being overturned or displaced. // a stable government

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adjective

ˈla-stiŋ

Definition of lasting

as in enduring

having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish one of the few books published last year that is likely to have lasting significance

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verb

present participle of last

as in surviving

to continue to operate or to meet one's needs we were lucky that the batteries lasted until we could get to the store to buy more

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as in remaining

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state this heavy drought has lasted all summer

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How does the adjective lasting contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of lasting are durable, permanent, and stable. While all these words 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

Where would durable be a reasonable alternative to lasting?

Although the words durable and lasting have much in common, durable implies power to resist destructive agencies.

durable fabrics

When could permanent be used to replace lasting?

The words permanent and lasting can be used in similar contexts, but permanent adds usually the implication of being designed or planned to stand or continue indefinitely.

permanent living arrangements

When can stable be used instead of lasting?

While in some cases nearly identical to lasting, stable implies lastingness because of resistance to being overturned or displaced.

a stable government

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Recent Examples of lasting

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Organizers hope the effort inspires more businesses to partner with local schools, demonstrating how community investment can create lasting benefits for students, teachers and families. — Hannah McIlree, CBS News, 14 Oct. 2026 Those delays matter, because untreated inflammation from autoimmune disease can cause lasting damage to organs and is linked to poorer quality of life and a shorter lifespan. — Emily Kay Votruba, EverydayHealth.com, 13 Oct. 2026

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The award recognizes Miranda’s lasting contributions to Latin music and culture, while the event will also bring together artists and presenters from across entertainment. — Isabela Raygoza, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for lasting

Recent Examples of Synonyms for lasting

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The Billboard Lifetime Achievement Award is presented to an artist with an enduring and exceptional career whose work has expanded the reach of Latin music worldwide.

— Sigal Ratner-Arias, Billboard, 13 Oct. 2026
With the next World Cup still four years away, however, Pochettino is looking beyond the results toward building something enduring.

— Kevin Baxter, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of enduring

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In the two years since Payne’s death, each surviving member has returned to making music.

— Jessica Lynch, Billboard, 17 Oct. 2026
Many who hadn’t lost a house couldn’t imagine surviving a grueling six-year fight with an insurance company for money and the city for permits — let alone twice.

— Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of surviving

Adjective

As Rose begins his fight against leukemia, his family is facing the emotional and financial challenges of medical treatments and ongoing healthcare expenses.

— Charles Baggarly, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 19 Oct. 2026
Investors with a long-term horizon can look beyond the ongoing volatility and track the recommendations of top Wall Street analysts to pick attractive stocks with strong long-term growth potential.

— TipRanks.com staff, CNBC, 18 Oct. 2026

Definition of ongoing

Verb

The prevailing and most desirable silhouette in handbags is a slim east-west carried by a thin pencil line shoulder-length top handle.

— Sandra Salibian, Footwear News, 13 Oct. 2026
In that span, the prevailing public narrative about Simmons shifted radically — from a guy zealously dedicated to rehabbing and the game itself to questions about his desire and dedication.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 12 Oct. 2026

Definition of prevailing

Verb

Trump's continuing criticism of Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy and praise of Putin only give Putin further confidence the United States is not serious about imposing more severe sanctions.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 17 Oct. 2026
Dimitris Ampatzidis, maritime risk and compliance manager at Kpler, said the attacks underscored Iran's continuing ability to threaten commercial vessels, with the risks extending beyond oil and gas transportation.

— Lee Ying Shan, CNBC, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of continuing

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

With concerns about literacy levels persisting, Ryder's approach to encouraging active learning and critical thinking may resonate with parents navigating a rapidly changing educational environment.

— Corynn Winston, CNBC, 14 Oct. 2026
With security concerns persisting ahead of the Qatar Grand Prix in November and the season finale in Abu Dhabi in December, F1 has considered a fallback option in Europe, with Italy’s Imola circuit as the favorite.

— ABC News, ABC News, 30 Sep. 2026

Definition of persisting

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