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insistently

 

[ ɪn'sɪstəntli ]

Adverb
Context #1 | Adverb

persistent demand

Insistently means in a manner that is firm and determined. It suggests a repeated or persistent approach to demanding something or making a point. The term implies that the insistence is unwavering, often crossing into being forceful or aggressive in tone. For example, one might insistently demand a response or clarification. The use of this adverb often indicates urgency or strong conviction.

Synonyms

firmly, persistently, steadfastly, unyieldingly

Examples of usage

  • She insisted on attending the meeting insistently.
  • The child asked for the toy insistently.
  • He insistently argued his opinion despite opposition.
  • They insistently reminded him of the deadline.

Translations

Translations of the word "insistently" in other languages:

🇵🇹 insistentemente

🇮🇳 जिद्दी तरीके से

🇩🇪 nachdrücklich

🇮🇩 secara mendesak

🇺🇦 наполегливо

🇵🇱 natarczywie

🇯🇵 しつこく

🇫🇷 insistamment

🇪🇸 insistentemente

🇹🇷 ısrarla

🇰🇷 고집스럽게

🇸🇦 بإصرار

🇨🇿 naléhavě

🇸🇰 naliehavo

🇨🇳 坚持不懈地

🇸🇮 vztrajno

🇮🇸 krafanlega

🇰🇿 талаппен

🇬🇪 მკაცრად

🇦🇿 israrla

🇲🇽 insistentemente

Etymology

The word 'insistently' derives from the verb 'insist,' which comes from the Latin 'insistere,' meaning 'to stand on' or 'to persist.' The Latin term is built from 'in-' (meaning 'in' or 'upon') and 'sistere' (meaning 'to stand'). The use of the adverb form became prominent in English in the late 19th century, reflecting a growing tendency in the language to create adverbs from adjectives and verbs to express manner or degree. Over time, 'insistently' has retained its connotation of firmness and persistence, becoming a staple in both formal and informal discourse.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #23,890, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.