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Synonyms & Similar Words
tolerate
bear
withstand
persevere
suffer
abide
accept
brook
stomach
digest
absorb
brave
face
confront
meet
encounter
resist
defy
outlast
outwear
outlive
survive
last
persist
continue
go on
carry on
keep on
keep going
struggle on
push on
press on
soldier on
hang on
hold on
see through
see out
ride out
weather
brave out
stick out
stand firm
stand fast
hold firm
hold fast
Meaning of Endure
The primary meaning of the word "endure" is to suffer or tolerate something difficult or unpleasant.
Definitions
- To suffer or tolerate something difficult or unpleasant
- * To continue to exist or survive despite difficulties or challenges
- * To remain in a particular state or condition
Etymology of Endure
The word "endure" comes from the Old French word "endurer", which is derived from the Latin word "indurare", meaning "to harden"
The word has been used in English since the 13th century to describe the act of tolerating or withstanding something difficult or unpleasant
Example Uses
- She had to endure a long and painful recovery after the surgery
- * The team endured a tough practice session to prepare for the big game
- * He endured the cold weather to complete his outdoor project