Definitions

persistent

[per-sis-tuhnt, -zis-] / pərˈsɪs tənt, -ˈzɪs- /

ADJECTIVE

determined; continuous

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constant continual endless enduring incessant insistent perpetual relentless repeated resolute steadfast steady stubborn tenacious unrelenting unremitting

WEAK

assiduous bound bound and determined bulldogged dogged firm fixed immovable in for long haul indefatigable interminable like bad penny never-ending obdurate obstinate perseverant persevering persisting pertinacious sticky tireless unflagging unshakable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

broken ceasing disloyal ending inconstant intermittent interrupted merciful stopping sympathetic temporary terminable unstable unsteady untrustworthy weak yielding

WEAK

lazy relenting surrendering

Example Sentences

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Pulling back the lens reveals the “accelerated means of protests—mounting, mounting, mounting”—a “persistent and recurring tendency to protest and try to fight for their liberty.”

From The Wall Street Journal

For several years, he has been a persistent and often lonely voice calling for America to get serious about the simultaneity problem.

From The Wall Street Journal

Beijing has battled a persistent downturn in consumer and investor sentiment in recent years, a protracted property sector debt crisis and trade headwinds with the United States.

From Barron's

The job slowdown, alongside persistent cost-of-living concerns, has eaten into Americans’ confidence.

From The Wall Street Journal

“I do think 6 years of persistent layoffs have led many tech workers to re-evaluate the perceived ‘safety’ of tech jobs and their relationship with the industry overall,” he said in an email.

From Los Angeles Times

persistent

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