ENDURING Synonyms: 144 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

in-ˈdu̇r-iŋ

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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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

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His role in Walker, Texas Ranger cemented him as a household name, a figure so embedded in the fabric of weeknight television that his tough-guy persona became the very foundation for what would later become one of the internet’s most enduring jokes. —

Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 20 Mar. 2026 Among her most enduring achievements is Connecticut’s bottle bill, a program that has helped reduce litter, strengthen recycling, and reinforce a culture of environmental responsibility across the state. —

Chuck Riegle, Hartford Courant, 18 Mar. 2026

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This vibrant pickle-centric culture, blending health, fun, and innovation, underscores how pickles have become a dynamic and enduring symbol of American creativity, taste, and innovation. —

Literary Hub, 31 Mar. 2026 In systems that don’t yield to sustained effort, blindly enduring leads to wear-and-tear. —

Big Think, 31 Mar. 2026 See All Example Sentences for enduring

Recent Examples of Synonyms for enduring

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At the same time, groups like the nonpartisan Latino Victory Project, which focuses on developing Hispanic political leadership, said this current moment should not distract from the still-ongoing civil rights battles.

— ABC News, ABC News, 31 Mar. 2026
The two leaders discussed progress made during ongoing operations to eliminate Iran’s ability to attack other countries, Hawkins said in a statement.

— Michael Loria, USA Today, 31 Mar. 2026