enduring Meaning & Definition
What Does Enduring Mean?
Enduring is used as an adjective meaning Long-lasting without significant alteration; continuing through time in the same relative state. As a verb, it means present participle and gerund of endure. As a noun, it means endurance.
Enduring at a Glance
| Part of speech | adjective, verb, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //ɪnˈdjʊə.ɹɪŋ// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | abiding, lasting and imperishable |
| Plural | endurings |
| Comparative / superlative | more enduring, most enduring |
Enduring Definition (Adjective)
- Long-lasting without significant alteration; continuing through time in the same relative state.
an enduring belief in democracy
Enduring as a Verb
- present participle and gerund of endure
Enduring as a Noun
- endurance
Verb
- To continue or carry on, despite obstacles or hardships; to persist.
The singer's popularity endured for decades.
- To tolerate or put up with something unpleasant.
- To last.
Our love will endure forever.
- To remain firm, as under trial or suffering; to suffer patiently or without yielding; to bear up under adversity; to hold out.
- To suffer patiently.
He endured years of pain.
- To indurate.
Synonyms of Enduring
Antonyms of Enduring
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Enduring in a Sentence
an enduring belief in democracy
The singer's popularity endured for decades.
Our love will endure forever.
He endured years of pain.
Word Forms & Grammar
enduring (comparative more enduring, superlative most enduring)
enduring
enduring (plural endurings)
Words That Rhyme With Enduring
Pronouncing Enduring
You say enduring as //ɪnˈdjʊə.ɹɪŋ//. It has 1 syllable.
Questions People Ask About Enduring
Is enduring an adjective or a verb?
Enduring is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a verb and a noun.
What is another word for enduring?
Close synonyms of enduring are abiding, lasting and imperishable. See the full list of enduring synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of enduring?
The plural of enduring is endurings.
What are the comparative and superlative forms of enduring?
The comparative form is more enduring and the superlative form is most enduring.