B1adjectiveemotionssociety
US/ˈlæs.tɪŋ/
UK/ˈlɑːs.tɪŋ/
continuing for a long time, often for the rest of someone's life
In context
The two countries hope to build a lasting peace.
The accident left her with lasting damage to her knee.
Their trip to Japan made a lasting impression on the children.
Words that go with lasting
adjective + noun
- lasting impressionThe speech left a lasting impression on everyone.
- lasting peaceTalks aim to bring lasting peace to the region.
- lasting effectThe medicine has no lasting effect.
- lasting friendshipThey formed a lasting friendship at university.
- lasting damageLoud noise can cause lasting damage to your ears.
- lasting legacyThe architect left a lasting legacy in the city.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
a last friendshipCorrect: a lasting friendship