PERDURE Synonyms: 41 Similar and Opposite Words

perdure

verb

(ˌ)pər-ˈdu̇r

Definition of perdure

as in to remain

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state in so many ways, the influence and legacy of the Roman empire perdures to this very day

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Still, the pieces of ceiling trim dedicated to the pillars of courage and trust remained missing, a nod perhaps to the traits most easily lost when disaster strikes – and most needed to rebuild.

— Alisha Ebrahimji, CNN Money, 6 July 2026
There’s enough cash on hand for Rhaenyra to administer the Seven Kingdoms for a fortnight, and no one remaining from the old regime — not Alicent, not Orwyle — knows where Lannister hid the rest of the ingots.

— Amanda Whiting, Vulture, 6 July 2026

Definition of remain

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There is not one condition in which continuing with regular physical activity and exercise is not recommended.

— Nicole Williams, AJC.com, 6 July 2026
Sharp, a rookie second-round draft pick from Houston, continued to impress at both ends of the floor with big shots and big stops on defense.

— Jason Anderson, Sacbee.com, 6 July 2026

Definition of continue

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The hearing is scheduled to last through July 10, but there have been significant delays as attorneys argue over the admissibility of much of the evidence.

— Amanda Lee Myers, USA Today, 9 July 2026
These more severe symptoms may last several weeks and lead to permanent damage to the brain and nervous system.

— Karen Garcia, Los Angeles Times, 8 July 2026

Definition of last

Verb

Exact totals will vary depending on where the heavier downpours persist.

— Mary Gilbert, CNN Money, 15 July 2026
These kinds of sticky, muggy temperatures that persist into the night can pose a major risk to the health of anyone without access to effective cooling or adequate hydration.

— Adriana Pérez, Chicago Tribune, 13 July 2026

Definition of persist

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