English

enduringly

gb/ˈɛndɚɪŋli/ us/ˈɛndɚɪŋli/
C1 English
Senses
0 senses
adverb formal C1 property
1

in a way that lasts

For a long time; in a way that lasts.

Usage pattern: enduringly + [adjective] / [verb]
Common mistake:
Do not confuse with during (meaning “at the same time as”).
Synonyms
lastingly (Very close; emphasizes continuing effect.) | permanently (Stronger; suggests no end at all.) | durably (Often used about strength or reliability over time.)
Antonyms
briefly (For only a short time.) | temporarily (Lasting only for a limited period.) | fleetingly (Lasting a very short time, quickly gone.)
Collocations
enduringly popular |enduringly influential |enduringly relevant |enduringly beautiful |enduringly successful |enduringly useful |enduringly admired |enduringly appealing |enduringly controversial |enduringly important
Themes
time |evaluation |culture
Examples
  • The novel remains enduringly popular with readers of all ages.
  • Her research has been enduringly influential in the field.
  • The film is remembered enduringly for its soundtrack.
Learner examples
  • This song is enduringly popular.
  • They are enduringly close friends.
adverb formal C1 property
2

persistently despite difficulty

Continuing even when it is difficult.

Usage pattern: enduringly + [verb/participle] / enduringly + [adjective]
Common mistake:
This sense is less common than the “lasting for a long time” sense and usually needs context showing difficulty or pressure.
Synonyms
steadfastly (Emphasizes firm loyalty or determination.) | tenaciously (Emphasizes not letting go, often against resistance.) | doggedly (Emphasizes stubborn persistence, sometimes with a negative tone.)
Antonyms
quit (Stopping instead of continuing.) | weakly (With little strength or determination.)
Collocations
enduringly resilient |enduringly hopeful |enduringly optimistic |enduringly opposed |enduringly committed
Themes
effort |resilience
Examples
  • The community remained enduringly hopeful despite years of setbacks.
  • She worked enduringly through the long recovery.
  • They stayed enduringly committed to the project even when funding ran short.
Learner examples
  • He stayed enduringly hopeful.
  • We worked enduringly to finish.
Grammar
Dictionary form
enduringly
IPA
GB/ˈɛndɚɪŋli/
US/ˈɛndɚɪŋli/
Syllables & stress
en - dur - ingly (3 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (en)
Word forms
Noun
  • Base: enduringly
  • Plural: enduringlies
Word family
Forms
enduringlies noun
Core family
endure verb B2 endurance noun B1 enduring adjective
Related words
endurable adjective
Expressions

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