March 19, 2027
persistent
/pəˈsɪstənt/adjective
Obstinately refusing to give up or let go.
Example sentences
- “She has had a persistent cough for weeks.”
- “There was a persistent knocking on the door.”
Related words
persuasiveGood at convincing someone to do or believe something.persistTo go on stubbornly or resolutely.pertinentImportant with regard to (a subject or matter); relevant.persevereTo persist steadfastly in pursuit of an undertaking, task, journey, or goal, even if hindered by distraction, difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement.