endurance
Translation
endurance, stamina, perseverance
Examples
Running a marathon requires great endurance.
Running a marathon requires great endurance.
He showed remarkable endurance throughout the illness.
He showed remarkable endurance throughout the illness.
Grammar Patterns
endurance the ability to keep doing something difficult Running a marathon requires great endurance.
Similar Words
Synonyms: stamina, perseverance, tolerance; Antonyms: weakness, fragility
Etymology
From the verb 'endure' plus the suffix '-ance', which denotes a state or quality. So, 'the quality of enduring'.
Memory Tips
Think of an 'endurance race' like a marathon. It's a test of your ability to keep going for a long time.