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per·sist

persist

pronunciation:: pr sIst
features:: Word Parts

part of speech:	verb
inflections:	persists, persisting, persisted
definition 1:	to continue in a firm, steady way without stopping or lessening. Freezing weather persisted for several weeks. synonyms: last similar words: abide, endure, hold, hold out, linger, remain, stay, stick
definition 2:	to continue in a course of action or hold on to a belief in a firm, steady way. My mother persisted in refusing to let me go.She persists in believing in creatures from outer space. synonyms: continue antonyms: give up similar words: hold out, keep, stick
related words:	apply, continue, exist, hold, last, live, proceed, stand, survive
derivation:	persister (n.)

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