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Abiding

adj.resilient, kindformal

What it means

Continuing with steady strength over a long period.

Reach for it when describing affection, interest, or belief that has endured real change

His abiding respect for his first teacher shaped every class he later taught.

Choose between these

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  • everyday

    constant

    reliable continuity matters more than emotional depth

    not when Constant may imply unchanging frequency rather than a bond that persists.

  • everyday

    lasting

    duration is the only point that needs emphasis

    not when Lasting does not carry abiding's suggestion of deep, settled attachment.

  • warm

    lifelong

    the duration truly spans most or all of a life

    not when Lifelong is inaccurate for a recent attachment, however strong it feels.

  • warm

    steadfast

    loyalty has remained firm under pressure

    not when Steadfast normally describes a person or commitment, not a memory or interest.

  • formal

    enduring

    something has survived strain as well as time

    not when Enduring can describe mere survival without affection or conviction.

  • literary

    deep-rooted

    the feeling is established too deeply to shift easily

    not when Deep-rooted can also describe harmful habits, which weakens uncomplicated praise.

Said against

3
  • fleeting
  • temporary
  • fickle

It naturally appears in

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  • abiding love

    Their abiding love made room for disagreement without withdrawal.

  • abiding interest

    An abiding interest in birds drew Priya back to the wetlands each spring.

  • abiding respect

    The rivals developed an abiding respect for one another's discipline.

Where this comes from

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