Synonyms of durable

durable

adjective

as in sturdy

able to exist for a long time with retention of original qualities, abilities, or capabilities

durable fabric

They were amazed at how durable the tent was despite its frequent use.

Related Words

• sturdy
• permanent
• lasting
• unbreakable
• enduring
• strong
• everlasting
• rugged
• hardy
• vigorous
• hardened
• indestructible
• tough
• cast-iron
• stout
• toughened
• hard
• stable
• resilient
• hard-bitten
• tenacious
• inured
• imperishable
• immortal
• inextinguishable
• unyielding
• staunch
• staying
• stanch
• stalwart

Dissimilar Words

• fragile
• flimsy
• delicate
• breakable
• frail
• soft
• perishable
• weak
• destructible
• tender
• worn
• temporary
• transient
• weakened
• extinguishable
• wasted
• enfeebled
• exhausted
• mortal
• nonhardy
• worn-out
• enervated
• sapped
• run-down

Synonym Chooser

How does the adjective durable contrast with its synonyms?

Some common synonyms of durable are lasting, permanent, and stable. While all these words mean "enduring for so long as to seem fixed or established," durable implies power to resist destructive agencies.

durable fabrics

When would lasting be a good substitute for durable?

In some situations, the words lasting and durable are roughly equivalent. However, lasting implies a capacity to continue indefinitely.

a book that left a lasting impression on me

When is permanent a more appropriate choice than durable?

While in some cases nearly identical to durable, permanent adds usually the implication of being designed or planned to stand or continue indefinitely.

permanent living arrangements

When could stable be used to replace durable?

The meanings of stable and durable largely overlap; however, stable implies lastingness because of resistance to being overturned or displaced.

a stable government

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of durable

With a Soft Oil-Rubbed Bronze finish, the cast metal table is durable against drink spills and pet claws alike, simply wipe to clean. —Kate McGregor, Architectural Digest, 20 Aug. 2025

McGary has been durable throughout his career, playing in 93 of a possible 98 regular-season games since his debut. —Ryan Canfield, FOXNews.com, 20 Aug. 2025

Expertly and tightly stitched with 10 stitches per inch, this quilt is durable and made to last even with consistent, all-season use. —Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Aug. 2025

Stainless steel: This is durable and easy to clean. —Bestreviews, Mercury News, 20 Aug. 2025

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