long-lasting
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Definition
- Adjective:
- Existing or continuing for a long time: Describes something that endures, persists, or remains effective over an extended period.
Usage
- The adjective "long-lasting" is used to describe the quality of durability or endurance of an object, situation, or relationship.
- It typically precedes the noun it modifies (e.g., a long-lasting effect) but can also follow a linking verb (e.g., The effect was long-lasting).
Examples
- Adjective:
- They built a long-lasting partnership based on trust.
- This battery is known for its long-lasting power.
- The peace treaty aimed for a long-lasting resolution to the conflict.
Advanced Usage
- "to prove long-lasting": to demonstrate endurance over time.
- The reforms have proven surprisingly long-lasting.
- Comparative and Superlative Forms: "more long-lasting", "most long-lasting".
- We need to find a more long-lasting solution.
Variants and Related Words
- Long-lived (adj): Having a long life or existence.
- The tortoise is a long-lived animal.
- Durable (adj): Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing.
- Durable goods like washing machines.
- Enduring (adj): Lasting over a long period; durable.
- An enduring legacy.
Synonyms
- Persistent: Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.
- Abiding: Lasting a long time; enduring.
- Perennial: Lasting or existing for a long or apparently infinite time; enduring.
Antonyms
- Short-lived: Lasting only a short time.
- Ephemeral: Lasting for a very short time.
- Fleeting: Lasting for a very short time.
Related Phrases
- Stand the test of time: To remain popular, strong, or effective for a long time.
- Their music has stood the test of time.
- In it for the long haul: Committed to something for a long period.
- Starting a business means you're in it for the long haul.
Adjective
- existing for a long time
- hopes for a durable peace
- a long-lasting friendship