endure
/ɪnˈd͡ʒʊə(ɹ)/
Proposed by a contributor, not yet supported by evidence.
Also seen as: endures · enduring · endured
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To continue or carry on, despite obstacles or hardships; to persist.
Verb
Examples
The singer's popularity endured for decades.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To tolerate or put up with something unpleasant.
Verb
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-08-01 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “endure” mean?
To continue or carry on, despite obstacles or hardships; to persist.
Is “endure” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.