ɛnˈdʊər

Definitions

1. verb

to withstand or tolerate a difficult or unpleasant situation, feeling, or condition; to put up with

“She had to endure the long commute to work every day.”

2. verb

to continue in existence or use; to last

“The old house has endured for over a century.”

3. noun

the act of withstanding or tolerating a difficult or unpleasant situation, feeling, or condition

“The endurance of the athletes was impressive.”

4. noun

the ability to withstand or tolerate a difficult or unpleasant situation, feeling, or condition

“Her endurance during the hard times was inspiring.”