What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
long
Example
The movie was so long that I fell asleep. [long: adjective]
Example
I have been waiting for a long time. [long: adverb]
enduring
Example
Their enduring friendship lasted for decades. [enduring: adjective]
Example
She showed an enduring strength in the face of adversity. [enduring: gerund or present participle]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Long is more commonly used in everyday language, while enduring is less frequently used and more formal in tone.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between long and enduring?
Enduring is more formal than long, and is often used in academic or professional contexts to describe lasting qualities or traits.
