What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
lifelong
Example
She had a lifelong passion for music. [lifelong: adjective]
Example
He made a lifelong commitment to serving his country. [lifelong: adjective]
enduring
Example
Their enduring friendship lasted through thick and thin. [enduring: adjective]
Example
The artist's work had an enduring impact on the art world. [enduring: adjective]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Enduring is more commonly used than lifelong in everyday language. Enduring is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while lifelong is less common and tends to be used in more specific contexts.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between lifelong and enduring?
Both lifelong and enduring are relatively formal words, but they can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
