B2adjectiveformalsocietyarts
US/ɪnˈdʊr.ɪŋ/
UK/ɪnˈdjʊə.rɪŋ/
continuing for a very long time without changing or losing its value
In context
They have an enduring friendship that started in primary school.
The film left an enduring impression on a whole generation.
The song remains an enduring favorite at weddings.
Words that go with enduring
adjective + noun
- enduring legacyThe leader left an enduring legacy.
- enduring appealThe story has an enduring appeal for children.
- enduring friendshipTheir enduring friendship survived many moves.
- enduring loveThe poem celebrates an enduring love.
- enduring symbolThe tower is an enduring symbol of the city.
- enduring popularityThe show's enduring popularity surprised critics.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
an enduring personCorrect: a resilient person