Synonyms for

Endure

Verb / eˈndjʊr / / ɪˈndʊr / Another word for endure — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

To undergo or sustain something difficult or unpleasant

Synonyms & similar words

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Synonyms by register

Formal

persevere withstand tolerate sustain

Informal

stick it out hang in there tough it out bear

Literary

bide suffering brave

Antonyms

cease stop quit yield surrender desist relent

Common collocations

  • endure hardship
  • endure pain
  • endure suffering
  • endure the test
  • endure the storm
  • endure the wait
  • endure criticism

Word family

noun endurance
verb endure
adjective enduring

Usage note

Endure implies prolonged suffering or hardship. It is often used in formal contexts to describe resilience in the face of adversity.

Example sentences

  1. She had to endure a lot of pain after the surgery.
  2. I can endure the cold weather with a warm jacket.
  3. He had to endure a long line to buy tickets for the concert.
  4. The team had to endure a tough loss in the championship game.
  5. She endured through the difficult times and eventually succeeded.

Quotes

  • Endure the difficult times and they will pass.
  • Endurance is the key to success.
  • Endure the pain of discipline or suffer the pain of regret.

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