Words / B2

DY-oorr-uh-bl/ˈdjʊərəbl/

Durable means lasting and not easily damaged: durable materials; durable goods (economics). Lasting and robust are close; robust is already in the dictionary. Fragile is an opposite. Durability is the noun. Do not call a paper cup durable. Exam essays on consumption contrast durable goods with perishables.

Meaning

Staying in good condition for a long time; not easily damaged.

Examples

• “The contract specified a more durable material for the roof.”
• “The specification required a more durable roof membrane.”
• “Sales of durable goods fell when credit tightened, which is the economics sense.”

Good to know

durable materials / goods. Noun: durability. Close: lasting / robust. Opposite: fragile. Economics: durable vs perishable goods.

Near in meaning

lasting

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