lasting

adjective

UK /ˈlɑːstɪŋ/

US /ˈlæstɪŋ/

Something that lasts a long time and does not stop or break.

The two friends built a lasting friendship at school.

SYNONYMS

enduring permanent durable long-lasting abiding

RELATED WORDS

lastingness lastingly endure durable permanent

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Continuing to exist or happen for a long time.

The storm had a lasting effect on the small town.

3. Strong enough to stay in good condition for a long time.

These shoes are made of lasting material.

4. The act of continuing for a period of time.

The lasting of the concert surprised everyone.