Durably: meaning, definitions and examples

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durably

 

[ ˈdʊrəbli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a lasting manner

In a way that continues for a long time without breaking or wearing out.

Synonyms

enduringly, permanently, persistently

Examples of usage

  • He believed that the new material would help the bridge to last durably for decades.
  • The company aimed to produce products that could withstand harsh conditions durably.
Context #2 | Adjective

able to last a long time

Able to withstand wear, pressure, or damage and remain in good condition for a long time.

Synonyms

long-lasting, resilient, sturdy

Examples of usage

  • The durably constructed house survived the storm without any major damage.
  • The fabric was specially treated to be durably water-resistant.

Translations

Translations of the word "durably" in other languages:

🇵🇹 duravelmente

🇮🇳 स्थायी रूप से

🇩🇪 dauerhaft

🇮🇩 tahan lama

🇺🇦 довговічно

🇵🇱 trwale

🇯🇵 耐久的に (たいきゅうてきに)

🇫🇷 durablement

🇪🇸 duraderamente

🇹🇷 kalıcı olarak

🇰🇷 지속적으로 (jisokjeogeuro)

🇸🇦 بشكل دائم

🇨🇿 trvale

🇸🇰 trvalo

🇨🇳 持久地 (chíjiǔ de)

🇸🇮 trajnostno

🇮🇸 varanlega

🇰🇿 тұрақты түрде

🇬🇪 მუდმივად

🇦🇿 davamlı olaraq

🇲🇽 duraderamente

Word origin

The word 'durably' originates from the Latin word 'durabilis', which means 'able to last'. Over time, it has evolved to describe something that is able to endure or last for a long time without deterioration or damage. The concept of durability has been valued throughout history, as people have always sought to create lasting and resilient structures, materials, and products.

See also: durability.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #35,465, this word is encountered relatively rarely in everyday English. It might appear in literary works or specialized texts but isn't essential for general communication.