PERSISTENCE

/pəˈsɪst(ə)ns/ Scrabble 15 Words With Friends 18

Scrabble letter values: P3E1R1S1I1S1T1E1N1C3E1 = 15

Definition

  1. noun the property of a continuous and connected period of time. — synonyms: continuity
  2. noun persistent determination. — synonyms: doggedness, perseverance, persistency, tenacity, tenaciousness, pertinacity
  3. noun the act of persisting or persevering. — synonyms: perseverance, perseveration

Examples

  • “continuing or repeating behavior”
  • “his perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate”
  • “You've got to admire his persistence. He's asked her out every day for a month even though she keeps turning him down.”

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