Endure
/ɪnˈdʒʊr/
To keep going through a tough or uncomfortable situation without quitting, showing bravery and patience.
Examples
- As the team practiced for the big game, they had to endure the tough drills and exhausting workouts, knowing that all their hard work would pay off in the end.
- During the science fair, I had to endure the pressure of presenting my project in front of a large audience, but I felt proud when I received compliments from the judges.
- When my family went on a hiking trip, we had to endure the rainy weather, but we made the best of it by playing games and sharing stories while we waited for the rain to stop.
Synonyms
withstand
tolerate
survive
bear
persist
stick it out
Antonyms
give up
quit
surrender
stop
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