C1 adjective Neutre

ultradurible

/ˌʌltrəˈdjʊərəbl/

Describes a material or product engineered to withstand extreme wear, pressure, or environmental damage over an exceptionally long period. It denotes a level of resilience and longevity that significantly surpasses standard industry benchmarks for durability.

Exemples

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These ultradurable hiking boots are designed to survive the harshest mountain terrains for years.

These extremely long-lasting hiking boots are made to last in very rough mountain areas for a long time.

2

The laboratory tests confirmed that the new synthetic polymer is ultradurable even under high thermal stress.

The lab results showed that the new plastic material is incredibly tough even when exposed to high heat.

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If you want a phone that won't break when you drop it, you need one of those ultradurable cases.

If you want a phone that stays intact after a fall, you should get a very tough protective case.

Famille de mots

Nom
ultradurability
Adverbe
ultradurably
Adjectif
ultradurable
Apparenté
durability
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Astuce mémo

Think of an 'Ultra' superhero wearing a 'Durable' suit that never gets a scratch no matter what hits it.

Quiz rapide

The military uses _______ glass for the windows of their transport vehicles to ensure they can withstand impacts.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : ultradurable

Exemples

1

These ultradurable hiking boots are designed to survive the harshest mountain terrains for years.

everyday

These extremely long-lasting hiking boots are made to last in very rough mountain areas for a long time.

2

The laboratory tests confirmed that the new synthetic polymer is ultradurable even under high thermal stress.

formal

The lab results showed that the new plastic material is incredibly tough even when exposed to high heat.

3

If you want a phone that won't break when you drop it, you need one of those ultradurable cases.

informal

If you want a phone that stays intact after a fall, you should get a very tough protective case.

4

The study investigates the molecular structure of ultradurable ceramics used in aerospace engineering.

academic

The research looks at the tiny building blocks of the extremely strong ceramics used for building spacecraft.

5

We are positioning this model as an ultradurable solution for industrial clients who require zero downtime.

business

We are marketing this version as a very resilient option for companies that cannot afford any equipment failure.

Famille de mots

Nom
ultradurability
Adverbe
ultradurably
Adjectif
ultradurable
Apparenté
durability

Collocations courantes

ultradurable material extremely long-lasting substance
ultradurable coating highly resistant protective layer
ultradurable construction exceptionally strong build
ultradurable fabric highly resilient cloth
ultradurable design engineering meant to last forever

Phrases Courantes

built to last

constructed with high durability in mind

withstand the elements

to resist damage from weather

stands the test of time

remains functional or popular for a long period

Souvent confondu avec

ultradurible vs sustainable

Sustainable refers to environmental impact or long-term viability, whereas ultradurable refers specifically to physical toughness and resistance to wear.

ultradurible vs permanent

Permanent means lasting forever in a fixed state, while ultradurable means resisting damage during use.

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Notes d'usage

The prefix 'ultra-' makes this an absolute or non-gradable adjective; while you can say 'very durable,' saying 'very ultradurable' is technically redundant but common in marketing. It is most frequently used in manufacturing, engineering, and advertising.

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Erreurs courantes

Learners often use this to describe people's health or personality; however, it is almost exclusively reserved for physical objects and materials. Avoid using it as a synonym for 'patient' or 'healthy'.

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Astuce mémo

Think of an 'Ultra' superhero wearing a 'Durable' suit that never gets a scratch no matter what hits it.

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Origine du mot

Derived from the Latin 'ultra' (beyond) and 'durabilis' (lasting), which comes from 'durare' (to harden or last).

Modèles grammaticaux

Used typically as an attributive adjective before a noun (e.g., ultradurable alloy). Can be used as a predicative adjective after a linking verb (e.g., the finish is ultradurable).
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Contexte culturel

In modern consumer culture, this word is a key marketing term used to combat the perception of 'planned obsolescence' (products designed to break quickly).

Quiz rapide

The military uses _______ glass for the windows of their transport vehicles to ensure they can withstand impacts.

Correct !

La bonne réponse est : ultradurable

Mots lis

to

A1

Used to indicate the place, person, or thing that someone or something moves toward. It can also mark the recipient of an action or the limit of a range.

and

A1

A primary conjunction used to connect words, phrases, or clauses that are grammatically equal. It indicates addition, a sequence of events, or a relationship between two things.

a

A1

A word used before a singular noun that is not specific or is being mentioned for the first time. It is used only before words that begin with a consonant sound to indicate one of something.

that

A1

This word is a demonstrative pronoun used to indicate a specific person, object, or idea that is further away in space or time from the speaker. It is also used to refer back to something that has already been mentioned or to introduce a clause that identifies something.

I

A1

The pronoun 'I' is used by a speaker or writer to refer to themselves as the subject of a verb. It is the first-person singular subject pronoun in English and is always capitalized regardless of its position in a sentence.

for

A1

Used to show who is intended to have or use something, or to explain the purpose or reason for an action. It is also frequently used to indicate a specific duration of time.

not

A1

A function word used to express negation or denial. It is primarily used to make a sentence or phrase negative, often following an auxiliary verb or the verb 'to be'.

with

A1

A preposition used to indicate that people or things are together, in the same place, or performing an action together. It can also describe the instrument used to perform an action or a characteristic that someone or something has.

he

A1

A pronoun used to refer to a male person or animal that has already been mentioned or is easily identified. It functions as the subject of a sentence.

you

A1

Used to refer to the person or people that the speaker is addressing. It is the second-person pronoun used for both singular and plural subjects and objects.

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