persistent — continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈsɪstənt/
Example Sentences
- My mom is so persistent about me eating vegetables that she hides them in my pizza.
- The persistent student finally convinced the professor to extend the deadline.
- His persistent snoring kept the entire dormitory awake all night.
persistent
ADJECTIVE[/pərˈsɪstənt/]
continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition
Never giving up despite obstacles
The persistent tradition lasted for hundreds of years. (PERSEVERE + EXIST = PERSIST → to continue existing or keep going despite difficulty)
A persistent person stays resistant to failure and consistent in effort.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'persistere', composed of 'per-' (through) and 'sistere' (to stand or cause to stand). The word entered English in the 15th century, maintaining its sense of standing firm or continuing steadfastly.
Breakdown
per- (through) + sist (stand) + -ent (adjective suffix meaning 'being' or 'having the quality of') = persistent
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My mom is so persistent about me eating vegetables that she hides them in my pizza.”
“The persistent student finally convinced the professor to extend the deadline.”
“His persistent snoring kept the entire dormitory awake all night.”
“Success often comes to those who are persistent in pursuing their goals.”
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