persistent
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4.4
- adjective
- /pərˈsɪstənt/
- He was persistent in his search for the truth, never giving up despite the challenges.
- persistent problem
- persistent behavior
- persistent demands
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Watch on YouTubeSo to do that, I was very, very persistent with mentioning Jacob's name.
- So to do that, I was very, very persistent with mentioning Jacob's name.
- If I'm persistent enough, she will give in, all right?
- He said just stick with it, be persistent.
- So you have to be respectful of them, but persistent.
- Well, the first way is by being extremely persistent.
- Sam, how persistent is too persistent?
- You're very persistent, but I still hold all the cards here.
- It's it's just sticking with it and being persistent.
- I think I hear the same recurring theme like where when you want something, you're persistent and then you over deliver.
- I have nothing if not persistent.
- It's just him being persistent when he has the energy to.
Examples
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Despite facing many obstacles, her persistent efforts eventually led her to success.
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And he got there because he was so persistent and so hungry and found his vocation.
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Sam, how persistent is too persistent?
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Oh, I knew if I stayed persistent that it would pay off.
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You are persistent, I'll give you that.
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Domestic demand in Asia has been held back by several other factors, including a persistent misallocation of resources.
Academic text (2009) -
The creation of an ultimate alternative-fuel vehicle has been a persistent dream of environmental groups, enthusiastic individuals, and businesses.
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He's a persistent little fellow, isn't he?
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You're the most persistent human I've ever met in my life, I swear.
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The persistent rain caused the river to overflow its banks and flood the nearby fields.
Synonyms
129
5.1
Keeps going without stopping and stays very strong
72
6.8
Not willing to change one's mind even when others disagree
45
4.1
Demanding attention or action again and again in a firm way
30
5.6
Loyal and firm in support that does not change
28
7.1
Continuing to try to reach a goal and not giving up easily
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5.8
Being firm in belief or support that does not change
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4.7
Being very determined and refusing to give up
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7.5
Refusing to change your opinion or behavior even when others try to persuade you
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6.5
Very firm in decisions and not willing to change or give up
9
3.3
Hard to remove or cure even after trying
7
3.5
Stays firm and loyal in support for someone
5
9.3
Always continuing to work without becoming tired
3
8.8
A person who refuses to change their opinion or behaviour even when others try to persuade them
1
4.4
Continuing to try despite problems
1
4.6
Continuing to try carefully even when things are difficult
1
9.8
Refusing to change an opinion or plan
Antonyms
How Persistent
Surface Forms
Morphology
Etymology
Persistent comes from the Latin persistēre, made of per- 'through' and sistere 'to stand'. It gives the picture of someone who 'stands through' pressure, just like the English word stand, so a persistent person keeps trying and does not give up.