English adjective: durable | |||
1. | durable existing for a long time | ||
Samples | Hopes for a durable peace. A long-lasting friendship. | ||
Synonyms | lasting, long-lasting, long-lived | ||
Similar | long | ||
Antonyms | short | ||
2. | durable capable of withstanding wear and tear and decay | ||
Samples | Durable denim jeans. | ||
Synonyms | long-wearing | ||
Similar | serviceable | ||
Antonyms | unserviceable | ||
3. | durable very long lasting | ||
Samples | Less durable rocks were gradually worn away to form valleys. The perdurable granite of the ancient Appalachian spine of the continent. | ||
Synonyms | indestructible, perdurable, undestroyable | ||
Similar | imperishable | ||
Antonyms | perishable | ||