persistence

noun

per·​sis·​tence pər-ˈsi-stən(t)s 

-ˈzi-

1

: the action or fact of persisting

2

: the quality or state of being persistent

especially : perseverance

Synonyms

• abidance
• ceaselessness
• continuance
• continuation
• continuity
• continuousness
• durability
• duration
• endurance
• subsistence

Examples of persistence in a Sentence

He admired her dogged persistence in pursuing the job.

His persistence in asking for a raise was finally rewarded.

She has shown a lot of persistence.

Recent Examples on the Web

Persistent Best for managing: All business domains There is one more leadership skill that the best CEOs exhibit: persistence. —Hans-Paul Buerkner, Fortune, 29 May 2024

The persistence of elevated inflation alongside high interest rates has squeezed many consumers, who grapple with stiff prices but face expensive borrowing costs for loans that could help ease the financial pain. —Max Zahn, ABC News, 23 May 2024

Kate does not approve of Anthony’s pursuit and tries to push him off course, but his persistence leads to them butting heads. —Kari Sonde, TIME, 21 May 2024

Smart and sweeping in scope, The Lost City of Z is an absorbing epic about persistence and hope without resorting to cheap sentimentality. —Kevin Jacobsen, EW.com, 14 May 2024

Word History

First Known Use

1546, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Kids Definition

persistence

noun

per·​sis·​tence pər-ˈsis-tən(t)s 

-ˈzis-

1

: the act or fact of persisting

2

: the quality of being persistent