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insisted

 

[ ɪnˈsɪstɪd ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

affirmative action

To insist means to demand something forcefully, not accepting refusal. It indicates a strong position on a matter, which often suggests an underlying desire for the subject to be taken seriously or prioritized. When someone insists, they are adamant and unwavering, emphasizing the importance of their request or statement. This term is frequently used in various contexts, from casual conversation to formal discourse.

Synonyms

asserted, demanded, maintained, urged

Examples of usage

  • She insisted on attending the meeting despite feeling unwell.
  • He insisted that they leave immediately.
  • They insisted it was the best course of action.
  • The teacher insisted that all homework be submitted on time.

Translations

Translations of the word "insisted" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insistiu

🇮🇳 जिद किया

🇩🇪 bestand

🇮🇩 bersikeras

🇺🇦 наполягав

🇵🇱 nalegał

🇯🇵 主張した

🇫🇷 a insisté

🇪🇸 insistió

🇹🇷 ısrar etti

🇰🇷 주장했다

🇸🇦 أصرَّ

🇨🇿 trval

🇸🇰 trval

🇨🇳 坚持

🇸🇮 vztrajal

🇮🇸 insisteraði

🇰🇿 тапсырылады

🇬🇪 დააყენა

🇦🇿 təkid etdi

🇲🇽 insistió

Etymology

The word 'insisted' comes from the Latin 'insistere,' which means 'to stand on' or 'to be steadfast.' It is composed of the prefix 'in-' meaning 'upon' or 'within' and 'sistere,' which means 'to cause to stand' or 'to stand firm.' This term made its way into Middle French as 'insister,' before entering the English language around the late 15th century. Originally, it implied a strong emphasis or a firm stance on an issue. Over time, its usage has evolved, but the core meaning remains tied to a sense of determination and assertiveness in expressing opinions or demands. As the language transitioned through various periods, 'insisted' has become a common verb used in English to indicate a forceful assertion of beliefs or requests.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranking #3,759, this word is part of upper-intermediate vocabulary. While not among the most basic terms, it appears often enough to be valuable for advanced communication.