“lasting”

Definitions

• adjective

  continuing or enduring without marked change in status or condition or place

  Synonyms: permanent, abiding, adamantine, aged, alive, ancient, antique, assiduous, bulky, cartilaginous, changeless, chewy

  • Example:“permanent secretary to the president”
  • Example:“permanent address”

• adjective

  existing for a long time

  Synonyms: durable

  • Example:“hopes for a durable peace”
  • Example:“a long-lasting friendship”

• adjective

  retained; not shed

  Synonyms: persistent

  • Example:“Persistent leaves remain attached past maturity.”
  • Example:“the persistent gills of fishes”

• adjective

  lasting a long time without change

  • Example:“a lasting relationship”