Lasting
Adjective
UK
/ˈlɑː.stɪŋ/
US
/ˈlæs.tɪŋ/
Definition
Continuing for a long time.
Example
"They built a lasting friendship."
"The trip gave her lasting memories that she will remember forever."
"Real learning creates lasting change, not just quick or temporary understanding."
Explanation
Lasting means something that continues for a long time. For example, they built a lasting friendship, meaning their friendship stayed strong for years. You can have lasting memories, lasting love, or lasting change, which stay for a long period. Lasting describes something that does not end quickly and has strength or importance for a long time.