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- Word Combinations (adjective), Word Parts
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
continuing, lasting, or holding on, despite opposition or difficulties.
a persistent salesman- synonyms:
- persevering, stubborn, tenacious
- similar words:
- assiduous, diligent, dogged, enduring, everlasting, firm, indefatigable, lasting, obdurate, patient, pertinacious, relentless, sedulous, steadfast, unshakable
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| definition 2: |
happening continuously or repetitively.
persistent interruptions- synonyms:
- continual, continuous, perpetual, recurrent, repeated
- antonyms:
- intermittent, occasional
- similar words:
- chronic, constant, dogmatic, endless, frequent, incessant, unceasing
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| definition 3: |
enduring or long-lasting.
a persistent cough- synonyms:
- enduring, lasting
- similar words:
- abiding, chronic, constant, continuous, incessant, obstinate, relentless, stubborn, tenacious, unremitting
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ceaseless, dull, eternal, habitual, indomitable, longstanding, permanent, perpetual, stable, steady, tireless, unbroken |
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| derivation: |
persistently (adv.) |
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