Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdʊrəns/

Definitions of endurance

noun the ability to withstand hardship or adversity; the ability to sustain a prolonged stressful effort or activity

Example Sentences

A1 Endurance is the ability to keep going even when things are difficult.

A2 She showed great endurance during the marathon, never giving up despite the pain.

B1 Physical endurance is important for athletes who compete in long distance events.

B2 The hikers demonstrated their endurance by completing the challenging trail in record time.

C1 Endurance training can help improve overall fitness and stamina.

C2 The soldier's endurance was tested during the grueling mission, but he never faltered.

Examples of endurance in a Sentence

formal The athlete displayed incredible endurance during the marathon, finishing in first place.

informal I don't know how she has the endurance to work two jobs and still have energy to go out with friends.

slang My endurance was totally shot after that intense workout, I could barely walk!

figurative Endurance is like a muscle, the more you work on it, the stronger it becomes in facing life's challenges.

Grammatical Forms of endurance

past tense

endured

plural

endurances

comparative

more enduring

superlative

most enduring

present tense

endures

future tense

will endure

perfect tense

has endured

continuous tense

is enduring

singular

endurance

positive degree

enduring

infinitive

to endure

gerund

enduring

participle

enduring

Origin and Evolution of endurance

First Known Use: 0015 year
Language of Origin: Latin
Story behind the word: The word 'endurance' originated from the Latin word 'indurare' which means 'to harden or make hard'.
Evolution of the word: Over time, the meaning of 'endurance' has evolved to also include the ability to withstand hardship, fatigue, or adversity without giving up.