Perdure — Meaning, Definition & Synonyms

verb /(ˌ)pər-ˈdu̇r/ per·dure

Meaning & Definition of Perdure

Perdure (verb)

  1. to continue to exist, last

Perdure (verb) — Senses, Synonyms & Antonyms

  1. to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state

    "in so many ways, the influence and legacy of the Roman empire perdures to this very day"

    similar: abide, bide, continue, endure, hold on, hold up, keep up, last, persist, remain, run on
    related: linger, stay, stick around, tarry, carry through, prevail, survive
    opposite: cease, close, conclude, desist, die, discontinue, end, expire, finish, lapse, leave off, pass, quit, stop, terminate, wind up
    near: abate, die (down), ebb, let up, moderate, subside, wane

Synonyms, Thesaurus & Another Word for Perdure

The most common words with a similar meaning to Perdure:

abide, bide, continue, endure, hold on, hold up, keep up, last, persist, remain, run on

Antonyms & Opposite Words for Perdure

Words with the opposite meaning of Perdure:

cease, close, conclude, desist, die, discontinue, end, expire, finish, lapse, leave off, pass, quit, stop, terminate, wind up

Related Words for Perdure

linger, stay, stick around, tarry, carry through, prevail, survive

Near Antonyms of Perdure

abate, die (down), ebb, let up, moderate, subside, wane

Word Forms of Perdure

Inflections: perdured, perduring

Origin & Etymology of Perdure

Middle English, from Anglo-French pardurer, Latin perdurare

First known use: 15th century

Frequently Asked Questions about Perdure

What does "Perdure" mean?

"Perdure" means to continue to exist, last. As a verb, it is defined as: to continue to exist, last.

What is another word for "Perdure"?

Other words for "Perdure" include abide, bide, continue, endure, hold on, hold up, keep up and last. The best synonym depends on which meaning of "Perdure" you intend.

What are different ways to say "Perdure"?

There are 18 words and phrases with a similar meaning to "Perdure". Common alternatives include abide, bide, continue, endure, hold on, hold up, keep up, last, persist and remain.

What is the opposite of "Perdure"?

Antonyms of "Perdure" include cease, close, conclude, desist, die, discontinue, end and expire. Near antonyms include abate, die (down), ebb and let up.

How do you use "Perdure" in a sentence?

Examples of "Perdure" in a sentence: "in so many ways, the influence and legacy of the Roman empire perdures to this very day".

Is "Perdure" a noun, verb, or adjective?

"Perdure" is a verb.

How do you pronounce "Perdure"?

"Perdure" is pronounced /(ˌ)pər-ˈdu̇r/ and divided into syllables as per·dure.

What is the origin of the word "Perdure"?

"Perdure" comes from Middle English, from Anglo-French pardurer, Latin perdurare. First known use: 15th century.