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per·sis·tence
persistence
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- pronunciation:
- pr
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stns
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
the act of continuing steadily in a course of action.
Her persistence in carrying out the difficult experiment brought good results. |
definition 2: |
the quality of being steadfast, determined, or stubborn.
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related words: |
purpose |
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derivation: |
persistency (n.) |
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