Lasting - Definition
lasting
adj 1: continuing or enduring without marked change in status or
condition or place; "permanent secretary to the
president"; "permanent address"; "literature of permanent
value" [syn: permanent, lasting] [ant: impermanent,
temporary]
2: existing for a long time; "hopes for a durable peace"; "a
long-lasting friendship" [syn: durable, lasting, long-
lasting, long-lived]
3: retained; not shed; "persistent leaves remain attached past
maturity"; "the persistent gills of fishes" [syn:
persistent, lasting] [ant: caducous, shed]
4: lasting a long time without change; "a lasting relationship"