February 22, 2026
persist
/pəˈsɪst/verb
To keep doing something in a determined way, even when it is difficult or others want you to stop.
Example sentences
- “She persisted with her violin lessons despite her slow progress.”
- “If you persist in interrupting, I'll end the meeting.”
- “He persisted until the landlord finally fixed the heater.”
Common patterns are 'persist in doing something' and 'persist with something'. With a problem as the subject, such as pain or rain, it means to continue to exist.