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What is another word for Persistent? – 201 Persistent Synonyms

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    Synonyms & Similar Words

    tenacious determined relentless unwavering unrelenting dogged resolute firm steadfast unshakeable constant continuous perpetual enduring persistent persevering insistent repetitive recurring recurrent repeating reproducible sustained continued prolonged protracted obstinate stubborn unyielding inexorable implacable unflagging tireless indefatigable assiduous diligent sedulous industrious hardworking dedicated devoted committed enthusiastic keen eager zealous passionate ardent fervent vehement intense fierce ferocious

    Meaning of Persistent

    The primary meaning of the word "persistent" refers to continuing to exist or have an effect over a prolonged period of time, or continuing to do something despite difficulties or opposition.

    Definitions

    • Continuing to exist or have an effect over a prolonged period of time
    • Continuing to do something or to try to achieve something despite difficulties or opposition
    • Refusing to give up or stop doing something

    Etymology of Persistent

    The word "persistent" comes from the Latin "persistere", which means "to continue steadfastly", a combination of "per-" (meaning "through") and "sistere" (meaning "to stand")
    Historically, the term has been used to describe something that continues or endures over time, and has evolved to include connotations of determination and refusal to give up

    Example Uses

    • The persistent rain made it difficult to plan outdoor activities
    • She was a persistent student, always striving to improve her grades
    • The company's persistent efforts to innovate led to the development of a groundbreaking new product
    • The persistent pain in his knee made it hard for him to walk

    Antonyms & Near Antonyms

    transient fleeting temporary brief short-lived ephemeral intermittent sporadic occasional irregular infrequent rare discontinuous fitful spasmodic desultory erratic inconsistent inconstant capricious mercurial volatile fickle fragile weak faint feeble limp languid lethargic sluggish dormant inactive inert

    Related Nouns

    persistence determination tenacity resolve firmness steadfastness constancy continuity perpetuity endurance perseverance insistence repetition recurrence continuity stability solidity strength vigor energy dynamism drive motivation enthusiasm zeal passion ardor fervor intensity ferocity doggedness stubbornness obstinacy

    Related Verbs

    persist persevere continue endure sustain maintain prolong protract repeat recur insist strive struggle endeavor exert drive motivate energize dynamize strengthen fortify intensify ferociousize doggedly stubbornly obstinately tenaciously relentlessly unwaveringly unrelentingly

    Related Adjectives

    persistent determined relentless unwavering unrelenting dogged resolute firm steadfast unshakeable constant continuous perpetual enduring persevering insistent repetitive recurrent repeating reproducible sustained continued prolonged protracted obstinate stubborn unyielding inexorable implacable unflagging tireless indefatigable assiduous diligent sedulous industrious hardworking dedicated devoted committed enthusiastic keen eager zealous passionate ardent fervent vehement intense fierce ferocious