Endure Definition
endure
verb
- put up with something or somebody unpleasant; "I cannot bear his constant criticism"; "The new secretary had to endure a lot of unprofessional remarks"; "he learned to tolerate the heat"; "She stuck out two years in a miserable marriage"
- face and withstand with courage; "She braved the elements"
- continue to live through hardship or adversity; "We went without water and food for 3 days"; "These superstitions survive in the backwaters of America"; "The race car driver lived through several very serious accidents"; "how long can a person last without food and water?"
- undergo or be subjected to; "He suffered the penalty"; "Many saints suffered martyrdom"
- last and be usable; "This dress wore well for almost ten years"
- persist for a specified period of time; "The bad weather lasted for three days"
- continue to exist; "These stories die hard"; "The legend of Elvis endures"
"Endure" in song lyrics
See how endure is used in real songs:
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"that real rap has got to endure"
3rd Bass — Pop Goes the Weasel -
"you're not PURE, your styles don't enDURE"
Aceyalone f/ P.E.A.C.E. — Microphones -
"An error destined to endure"
Blackalicious — Aural Pleasure
Words that rhyme with endure
Usage tips for "endure"
Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "endure" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for endure to find words that pair well.