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Definitions

lasting

[las-ting, lah-sting] / ˈlæs tɪŋ, ˈlɑ stɪŋ /
ADJECTIVE
enduring, unending
Synonyms
STRONGEST
abiding continuing deep-rooted durable eternal everlasting indelible lifelong long-term longstanding permanent stable
STRONG
persisting
WEAK
constant continual endless forever in for the long haul incessant indissoluble inexhaustible inexpungible old perdurable perennial perpetual till the cows come home unceasing undying unremitting
Antonyms
STRONGEST
ending ephemeral impermanent temporary transient
WEAK
ceasing fleeting passing short-lived

Example Sentences

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But, like DeLorean, some of these entrepreneurs have made a lasting impact on the car business—creating innovations that echo in vehicles on the road today.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

"While this is encouraging news, there remains significant important work to be done in the coming days to secure a lasting ceasefire," Foreign Minister Winston Peters' spokesperson said.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

In a statement sent to the BBC earlier in April a defence ministry spokesman confirmed that males aged 17 and older were required to obtain prior approval for stays abroad lasting longer than three months.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

That’s even as a lasting deal still needs to be agreed, with an estimated 800- plus stranded vessels in the Persian Gulf.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 8, 2026

Though she wanted him, though she cared for him, she knew a lasting relationship wouldn’t end well.

From "Throne of Glass" by Sarah J. Maas