C1adjectivetechnologyenvironment
US/ˈdʊr.ə.bəl/
UK/ˈdjʊə.rə.bəl/
able to last a long time without breaking or getting weaker
In context
Bamboo is a cheap, light and surprisingly durable building material.
Phones are more durable than before, but people still replace them every two years.
Engineers are testing a more durable battery that could last twenty years.
Words that go with durable
adjective + noun
- durable goodsSpending on durable goods like fridges fell last month.
- durable materialStainless steel is a durable material for kitchen sinks.
- durable productsMaking durable products is one of the best ways to reduce waste.
adverb + adjective
- highly durableThe phone case is light but highly durable.
- extremely durableThese solar panels are extremely durable, even in salty sea air.