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/
Korean meaning: 지속적인, 끈질긴, 계속되는
Korean pronunciation: 퍼-시스-턴트 (강세: 시스)
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
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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.
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“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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