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Meaning of persistent
The primary meaning of the word "persistent" is continuing to exist or have a particular quality over a long period of time.
Etymology of persistent
The word "persistent" comes from the Latin "persistere", which means to continue steadfastly, from "per-" (meaning "through") and "sistere" (meaning "to stand")
The word has been used in the English language since the 15th century to describe something that continues to exist or have a particular quality over a long period of time
Synonyms
Definitions
- Continuing to exist or have a particular quality over a long period of time
- * Continuing to do something or try to achieve something over a long period of time, even when it is difficult
Usage Examples
- The team's persistent efforts eventually paid off, and they won the championship
- * The persistent rain made it difficult to plan outdoor activities
- * She was a persistent student, always striving to improve her grades
Antonyms
fleeting
transient
temporary
brief
short-lived
ephemeral
momentary
occasional
sporadic
intermittent
irregular
capricious
mercurial
fickle
inconstant
variable
inconsistent
wavering
indecisive
hesitant
half-hearted