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- pronunciation:
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- features:
- Word Parts
| part of speech: |
adjective |
| definition 1: |
continuing, lasting, or holding on in a firm, steady way.
He had to overcome many obstacles, but he was persistent and eventually achieved his goals.- synonyms:
- stubborn
- similar words:
- diligent, firm, lasting, steadfast
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| definition 2: |
lasting a long time.
I can't seem to get rid of this persistent cough.- synonyms:
- lasting
- similar words:
- chronic, constant, continuous, incessant, obstinate, stubborn
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| related words: |
dull, eternal, habitual, permanent, perpetual, stable, steady |
| derivation: |
persistently (adv.) |
The word persistent
contains the following part:
per-
Latin
prefix
that means through, throughout; very
  Example words:
perceive, perception, perennial, perfect, perforate, perform, perjury, permanent, permission, permit, perpetual, persecute, persist, persistent, perspective, perspire, persuade, persuasion
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