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durable Synonyms
Another word for durable
Choosing another word for durable depends on context, so the 14 synonyms and similar words below are separated across 2 exact definitions and ranked by match strength.
• adjective (Context 1)
Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage; hard-wearing and long-lasting.
Usage Example
"The backpack is made of long-lasting canvas that can survive years of rugged outdoor use."
Strongest
long-lasting
hard-wearing
sturdy
Strong
tough
robust
resilient
heavy-duty
strong
• adjective (Context 2)
Continuing to exist or function effectively over a long period of time; enduring.
Usage Example
"Negotiators worked tirelessly to establish a enduring peace agreement between the two nations."
Strongest
enduring
lasting
Strong
abiding
permanent
stable
persistent
Opposites of durable
The opposite of durable shifts depending on context. Common opposites include:
short-lived
fragile
temporary
flimsy
consumable
perishable
delicate
fleeting
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Wordmom. (2026). Synonyms for Durable. In Wordmom Thesaurus. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/synonyms/durable