endurance

 
Pronunciation: /ɪnˈdjʊər(ə)ns, ɛn-/

noun

[mass noun]
  • 1the ability to endure an unpleasant or difficult process or situation without giving way: she was close to the limit of her endurance
  • 2the capacity of something to last or to withstand wear and tear.

Origin:

late 15th century (in the sense 'continued existence, ability to last'; formerly also as indurance): from Old French, from endurer 'make hard' (see endure)