abiding

(noun, adjective, verb)

adjective

1. lasting a long time

- an abiding belief

Similar word(s): lasting, permanent, enduring, imperishable

Sentences with abiding as an adjective:

- an abiding belief, a deep and abiding hatred of birds

noun

1. The action of one abides; the state of an abider. [First attested from around 1150 to 1350.]

2. (obsolete) An abode. [First attested from around (1350 to 1470) until the early 17th century.]

verb

1. present participle of abide