lasting

adjective
UK: /ˈlɑːstɪŋ/
US: /ˈlæstɪŋ/

  1. Continuing to exist or have an effect for a long time.

    1. We want to create a lasting peace after the war.
    2. The reforms had a lasting impact on the country's economy, improving living standards.

Synonyms

durable long-lasting enduring stable permanent eternal abiding
lasting adjective

  1. Remaining in good condition for a long time; durable.

    1. This toy is very lasting, it won't break easily.
    2. They invested in lasting materials to ensure the house would withstand severe weather.
lasting noun

  1. The act of continuing or enduring for an extended period.

    1. The lasting of the event was longer than expected.
    2. The lasting of their friendship showed their strong bond and mutual support through difficulties.

Frequently Asked Questions

The phonetic transcription of "lasting" is /ˈlɑːstɪŋ/ in British English and /ˈlæstɪŋ/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "lasting": durable, long-lasting, enduring, stable, permanent, eternal, abiding.

Example usage of "lasting": "We want to create a lasting peace after the war.". More examples on the page.