Persevering: meaning, definitions and examples

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persevering

 

[ ˌpɜːr.səˈvɪər.ɪŋ ]

Adjective / Verb
Context #1 | Adjective

hard-working

Continuing in a course of action without regard to discouragement, opposition, or previous failure. Showing determination and persistence in achieving a goal.

Synonyms

determined, persistent, resolute, tenacious

Examples of usage

  • She is a persevering student who never gives up on her dreams.
  • His persevering attitude helped him overcome many obstacles in his career.
Context #2 | Verb

persisting

To continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty or with little or no prospect of success. To persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counter influences, opposition, or discouragement.

Synonyms

continue, endure, persist, persist

Examples of usage

  • She persevered in her studies despite facing many challenges.
  • He persevered through the tough times and eventually succeeded.

Translations

Translations of the word "persevering" in other languages:

🇵🇹 perseverante

🇮🇳 धैर्यशील

🇩🇪 ausdauernd

🇮🇩 gigih

🇺🇦 наполегливий

🇵🇱 wytrwały

🇯🇵 忍耐強い

🇫🇷 persévérant

🇪🇸 perseverante

🇹🇷 azimli

🇰🇷 인내하는

🇸🇦 مُثابِر

🇨🇿 vytrvalý

🇸🇰 vytrvalý

🇨🇳 坚韧的

🇸🇮 vztrajni

🇮🇸 þrautseigur

🇰🇿 табандылық

🇬🇪 მტკიცე

🇦🇿 səbirli

🇲🇽 perseverante

Etymology

The word 'persevering' is derived from the Latin word 'per', meaning through, and 'severus', meaning strict or severe. The concept of perseverance has long been valued in various cultures and is often associated with qualities such as determination, resilience, and grit. Throughout history, individuals who have demonstrated perseverance in the face of challenges have been admired for their ability to overcome obstacles and achieve success.

See also: perseverance, perseverer, perseverers.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #18,926, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.