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abiding

/əˈbaɪ.dɪŋ/
a · bid · ing
Adverb:abidingly
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• adjective

1

Lasting for a long time; enduring and steadfast without fading or changing (typically used of feelings, beliefs, or memories).

Example

"Her grandfather instilled in her an abiding love of classical music and literature."

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Word Nuance & Usage

As an adjective, 'abiding' is almost exclusively used attributively before abstract nouns denoting emotions, beliefs, or memories (e.g., 'an abiding love', 'an abiding memory') rather than after a linking verb.

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• Nearby Words

abhorrently
abidance
abide
abiding
abidjan
abilene
ability

Word Origin & Etymology

Derived from the Middle English present participle of 'abiden', from Old English 'ābīdan' (to wait, remain, or endure), combining the intensive prefix 'ā-' with 'bīdan' (to bide or stay).

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Abiding. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/abiding
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