Durability: meaning, definitions and examples

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durability

 

[ ˌdʊərəˈbɪlɪti ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

in engineering

The ability of a material or product to withstand wear, pressure, or damage over time.

Synonyms

resilience, robustness, strength, toughness

Examples of usage

  • The durability of the new building materials is being tested in extreme weather conditions.
  • This type of paint is known for its durability and long-lasting finish.
Context #2 | Noun

in general

The quality of being able to last for a long time without deterioration.

Synonyms

endurance, longevity, stability, sturdiness

Examples of usage

  • This brand of shoes is popular for its durability and comfort.
  • The durability of the phone battery is impressive.

Translations

Translations of the word "durability" in other languages:

🇵🇹 durabilidade

🇮🇳 टिकाऊपन

🇩🇪 Haltbarkeit

🇮🇩 daya tahan

🇺🇦 довговічність

🇵🇱 trwałość

🇯🇵 耐久性

🇫🇷 durabilité

🇪🇸 durabilidad

🇹🇷 dayanıklılık

🇰🇷 내구성

🇸🇦 متانة

🇨🇿 trvanlivost

🇸🇰 trvácnosť

🇨🇳 耐用性

🇸🇮 vzdržljivost

🇮🇸 ending

🇰🇿 төзімділік

🇬🇪 გამძლეობა

🇦🇿 davamlılıq

🇲🇽 durabilidad

Etymology

The word 'durability' originated from the Latin word 'dūrābilitās', which is derived from the verb 'dūrāre' meaning 'to last'. The concept of durability has always been important in various fields such as engineering, construction, and product design. Over time, advancements in materials science and technology have led to the development of more durable products and structures.

See also: durably.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #10,296, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.