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Definitions

durable

[door-uh-buhl, dyoor-] / ˈdʊər ə bəl, ˈdyʊər- /
ADJECTIVE
sturdy, long-lasting
Synonyms
STRONGEST
dependable enduring lasting permanent reliable stable strong tenacious
WEAK
abiding constant diuturnal fast firm fixed impervious long-continued perdurable perduring persistent resistant sound stout substantial tough
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ephemeral irresponsible temporary unreliable weak
WEAK
fragile impermanent poorly made undependable unsturdy

Example Sentences

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Also due are durable goods figures for February on Tuesday, followed by the third estimate of fourth-quarter gross domestic product and PCE inflation data for February on Thursday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 3, 2026

This means they can be aligned with fibers in textiles, creating more durable and conductive coatings for smart fabrics.

From Science Daily • Mar. 31, 2026

Some investors hoping for a more durable rebound have begun pinning their hopes on pension funds.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 31, 2026

It’s not likely to be a durable prop for equity markets.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

It is completely wrong, but durable just the same.

From "A Short History of Nearly Everything" by Bill Bryson

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.