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durability Antonyms

Opposite of durability

Because the opposite of durability shifts with each meaning, the 11 antonyms and opposite words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by contrast strength.
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• noun (Context 1)

The ability of an object or material to withstand wear, pressure, or damage over a long period.

Usage Example

"Engineers tested the new composite material to ensure its fragility under extreme weather conditions."

Strongest
fragility
weakness
Strong
flimsiness
delicacy
brittleness
frailness

• noun (Context 2)

The quality of continuing to exist, function, or remain relevant for a long time without deteriorating.

Usage Example

"The impermanence of the peace treaty surprised many political analysts."

Strongest
impermanence
transience
Strong
instability
ephemerality
brevity

Similar words to durability

Words similar to durability shift depending on context. Common synonyms include:

longevity
sturdiness
toughness
permanence
endurance
resilience
robustness
stability
See all synonyms of durability

• Nearby Words

duplicitous
duplicitously
duplicity
durability
durable
durables
durably

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Wordmom. (2026). Antonyms for Durability. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/antonyms/durability
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