ausdauernd
persistent
Wenn eine Person eine anstrengende Sache über eine sehr lange Zeit machen kann, ohne schnell müde zu werden oder aufzugeben.
Definition & meaning
The word ausdauernd describes a person or a behavior characterized by persistence, stamina, and the ability to keep going over a long period. It is used in both physical and mental contexts. Physically, it refers to someone who has great endurance, such as a long-distance runner. Mentally or professionally, it refers to someone who is steadfast and does not give up easily when facing obstacles or tedious tasks.
Grammar & Word origin
The word is an adjective and also functions as the present participle of the verb ausdauern. It is composed of two main parts: the prefix aus, which in this context implies completeness or reaching the end, and the verb dauern, meaning to last or to continue.
The noun form related to this adjective is die Ausdauer, which translates to endurance, stamina, or perseverance.
Synonyms & antonyms
Synonyms To express persistence or toughness, you can use beharrlich or zäh. If someone works without getting tired, they are often called unermüdlich. In a more formal or scientific context, the word persistent is also used. Another word for showing steadfastness is standhaft.
Antonyms The opposite of being persistent is being unbeständig (inconstant) or flatterhaft (fickle). If someone lacks the patience to see something through, they are ungeduldig. In terms of physical energy, someone who lacks endurance might be described as schwach or quickly ermüdbar.
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Examples
Sie trainiert sehr ausdauernd für den Marathon.adjective
She trains very persistently for the marathon.
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