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(per-sis-tence) 3 syllables

Definition

noun. the quality of continuing to do something despite difficulties.

Example Sentence

Her persistence paid off.

More Example Sentences

Persistence helps you achieve your goals.

Synonyms

determination; tenacity; endurance

Antonyms

quit; give up; surrender

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Rhymes

  • distance

  • assistance
  • consistence
  • existence
  • insistence
  • persistence
  • resistance
  • resistence
  • subsistence

  • coexistence
  • self-subsistence
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