Definition

The quality or state of continuing for a long time without change.

Example

The lastingness of their friendship was evident even after many years apart.

Conversation

I wonder what makes some friendships have such a strong lastingness.

Yeah, it’s interesting how some connections just endure over time.

I guess it’s about mutual respect and shared experiences.

Definitely! Those elements really contribute to a friendship's lastingness.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Lastingness** → It is formed from "lasting" (from the Old English *lastan*, meaning to continue or endure) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "lastingness" refers to the quality of enduring or continuing over time.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'lasting' which means to continue, and remember that 'lastingness' describes the quality of being able to endure over time.

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