insistence — the practice of demanding something forcefully, not accepting refusal
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the practice of demanding something forcefully, not accepting refusal
Pronunciation (IPA): /ɪnˈsɪstəns/
Example Sentences
- His insistence on eating pizza for breakfast, lunch, and dinner finally convinced his wife to hide all the delivery menus.
- The teacher's insistence on perfect handwriting made students practice calligraphy for hours.
- Despite everyone's insistence that pineapple doesn't belong on pizza, he ordered Hawaiian pizza anyway.
insistence
NOUN[/ɪnˈsɪstəns/]
the practice of demanding something forcefully, not accepting refusal
Her insistence on safety made the whole team check their gear twice.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
The word derives from Latin insistere, composed of in- (upon) and sistere (to stand). Originally meant 'to stand firmly upon' or 'to persist', developing the figurative sense of maintaining a position or demand with unwavering resolve.
Breakdown
in- (upon, on) + sistere (to stand) + -ence (noun suffix forming abstract nouns). The suffix -ence converts the verb concept into a noun denoting the quality or state of standing firm upon something.
🎵Rhyme
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📝Examples
“His insistence on eating pizza for breakfast, lunch, and dinner finally convinced his wife to hide all the delivery menus.”
“The teacher's insistence on perfect handwriting made students practice calligraphy for hours.”
“Despite everyone's insistence that pineapple doesn't belong on pizza, he ordered Hawaiian pizza anyway.”
“Her insistence on quality over quantity has made her restaurant one of the city's finest.”
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