adj
Uncommon
abiding
uh-BEYE-dihng
Abiding (adj) means lasting for a long time; enduring; not fading. Example: “She has an abiding love of classical music.”
adj
1
Lasting for a long time; enduring; not fading.
"She has an abiding love of classical music."
"His childhood left him with an abiding distrust of authority."
How to use abiding
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomething that stays with you permanently — a feeling, belief, or interest that doesn't go away.
When to use it
Fairly formal/literary; common in writing about feelings, beliefs, or memories.
Common pairings
abiding love
abiding interest
abiding memory
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Word forms
- Plural
- abidings
- Comparative
- more abiding
- Superlative
- most abiding
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Etymology
From the present participle of abide.
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What does “abiding” mean?
The word “abiding” means lasting for a long time; enduring; not fading. In plain terms, something that stays with you permanently — a feeling, belief, or interest that doesn't go away.
How do you pronounce “abiding”?
“Abiding” is pronounced uh-BEYE-dihng (/əˈbaɪ.dɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “abiding” in a sentence?
Here is “abiding” used in a sentence: “She has an abiding love of classical music.”
What part of speech is “abiding”?
“Abiding” is an adjective.
Is “abiding” a common word?
“Abiding” is an uncommon word in modern English.
