enduring

adjective

en·​dur·​ing in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ How to pronounce enduring (audio)
-ˈdyu̇r-
en-
Synonyms of enduringnext
: lasting, durable
an enduring truth
enduringly adverb
enduringness noun

Examples of enduring in a Sentence

science fiction's enduring fascination with worlds beyond our own
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The score, which Elfman also composed, has proven to be just as enduring as the film itself. Skyler Trepel, Entertainment Weekly, 23 Dec. 2025 Every button, belt, and boot, from the smallest detail to the most enduring mysteries, is a master class in Santa-ology. Brian Unger, CBS News, 22 Dec. 2025 But those same headlines don’t cause enduring businesses to lose one-third of their intrinsic value in a month. Steve Booren, Denver Post, 21 Dec. 2025 The group’s activities over the past year have also shown an enduring, if dampened, public appeal. Matt Bradley, NBC news, 20 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for enduring

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of enduring was in the 15th century

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“Enduring.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/enduring. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.

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