persistent

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(per-sist-ent) 3 syllables

Definition

adjective. continuing firmly in a course of action despite difficulty.

Example Sentence

If you are persistent you will learn to spell this word.

More Example Sentences

The dog was persistent in chasing the ball.

Synonyms

determined; tenacious; relentless

Antonyms

quit; give up; surrender

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Rhymes

  • distant

  • assistant
  • consistent
  • existent
  • insistent
  • persistent
  • resistant

  • inconsistent
  • nonexistent
  • self-consistent