ENDURING Synonyms: 144 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ

Definition of enduring

as in ongoing

having an existence or validity that does not change or diminish science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own

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enduring

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verb

present participle of endure

as in experiencing

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 tolerating

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 lasting

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 enduring

Adjective

Morpurgo worked behind the scenes with many of the entertainment industry’s most enduring figures. — Mike Barnes, HollywoodReporter, 25 Aug. 2026 Born November 28, 1932, in London, Morpurgo worked behind the scenes with many enduring figures in the entertainment industry. — Erik Pedersen, Deadline, 25 Aug. 2026

Verb

The heritage brand and millennial popstar share a nostalgic synergy and undeniable, enduring impact. — Kyra Surgent, InStyle, 31 Aug. 2026 Tim Cook's defining achievement leading Apple has been building an enduring consumer franchise that has kept users loyal through 15 years of changing technology and competition. — Alexa Lomonaco, CNBC, 31 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enduring

Recent Examples of Synonyms for enduring

Adjective

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East had a lesser negative effect than expected for L’Oréal in the second quarter.

— Jennifer Weil, Footwear News, 1 Sep. 2026
The combining of physical and digital systems is creating environments that require integration, intelligence and ongoing management.

— Dirk Naylor, Forbes.com, 1 Sep. 2026

Definition of ongoing

Verb

While filming the video, Musgraves received a text from her dad that Nana had been rushed to the hospital after experiencing a health issue.

— Lily Brown, PEOPLE, 3 Sep. 2026
Hosted by the Haus of Moulin Noir in collaboration with the Defiance Project, the event brought ballroom into a church sanctuary, drawing longtime competitors alongside people experiencing the culture for the first time.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of experiencing

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Furthermore, relationships themselves teach basic psychological capacities such as regulating emotions, tolerating disappointment, and negotiating differences—skills which therapy is supposed to cultivate.

— David H. Rosmarin, Time, 29 Aug. 2026
Either way, civilizationism would prescribe a more consistent strategy of military withdrawal from the region, a tack tantamount to tolerating Chinese hegemony in its sphere.

— Leonard A. Schuette, Foreign Affairs, 25 Aug. 2026

Definition of tolerating

Verb

Connection, wellbeing, and growth are foundational at Patina, shaping experiences that leave lasting impressions which resonate well beyond your stay.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
In return, Imax gets a percentage of the box office over a long-term contract, typically lasting at least 10 years.

— Kamaron McNair Juhohn Lee, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of lasting

Adjective

Here is Dolly Parton’s immortal music legacy in 10 essential songs.

— Jack Dolan, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
Capturing an immortal photograph of jazz legends In 1958, photographer Art Kane assembled many of the greatest legends in jazz on a brownstone stoop in Harlem; his picture became one of the most famous images ever taken of artistic royalty.

— David Morgan, CBS News, 21 Aug. 2026

Definition of immortal

Verb

After multiple days undergoing tests, Lewis was officially diagnosed with giant cell arteritis in August 2021.

— Vanessa Etienne, PEOPLE, 31 Aug. 2026
Once known primarily as a studio tour park, Universal has been undergoing a large-scale overhaul throughout the last decade-plus, adding immersive lands such as the Wizarding World of Harry Potter and Super Nintendo World.

— Todd Martens, Los Angeles Times, 31 Aug. 2026