persistence — the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties
Pronunciation (IPA): /pərˈsɪstəns/
Example Sentences
- His persistence in asking his crush out finally worked after 47 attempts.
- The student's persistence in solving math problems impressed even the strictest teacher.
- My mom's persistence in calling me every hour shows her love... and her anxiety.
persistence
NOUN[/pərˈsɪstəns/]
the quality of continuing steadily despite problems or difficulties
Never giving up despite challenges
The persistence of the tradition kept it alive for centuries. (PERSEVERE + EXIST = PERSIST → to continue existing or keep going despite difficulty)
Through resistance and distance, persistence will triumph!
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'persistentia', derived from 'persistere' meaning 'to persist or continue steadily'. The word combines 'per-' (through) and 'sistere' (to stand or cause to stand).
Breakdown
per- (through) + sist (stand/cause to stand) + -ence (noun suffix indicating quality or state) = persistence
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🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“His persistence in asking his crush out finally worked after 47 attempts.”
“The student's persistence in solving math problems impressed even the strictest teacher.”
“My mom's persistence in calling me every hour shows her love... and her anxiety.”
“Success in learning English requires persistence and daily practice.”
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