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persistently

 

[ pərˈsɪstəntli ]

Adverb / Adjective
Context #1 | Adverb

in a persistent manner

In a way that continues firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.

Synonyms

relentlessly, steadfastly, tenaciously

Examples of usage

  • She persistently asked for a raise.
  • He persistently pursued his dream of becoming a doctor.
  • The dog persistently barked at the mailman every morning.
Context #2 | Adjective

showing continued existence or occurrence

Continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition.

Synonyms

continuously, incessantly, repeatedly

Examples of usage

  • The persistently rainy weather ruined our plans for a picnic.
  • She was persistently late for meetings despite warnings.

Translations

Translations of the word "persistently" in other languages:

🇵🇹 persistentemente

🇮🇳 लगातार

🇩🇪 beharrlich

🇮🇩 dengan gigih

🇺🇦 настійливо

🇵🇱 uporczywie

🇯🇵 しつこく

🇫🇷 de manière persistante

🇪🇸 persistentemente

🇹🇷 ısrarla

🇰🇷 끈질기게

🇸🇦 بإلحاح

🇨🇿 vytrvale

🇸🇰 vytrvalo

🇨🇳 执着地

🇸🇮 vztrajno

🇮🇸 þrálát

🇰🇿 табандылықпен

🇬🇪 მდგრადი

🇦🇿 israrlılıqla

🇲🇽 persistentemente

Etymology

The word 'persistently' originated from the Latin word 'persistere', which means 'to continue steadfastly'. The term has been in use since the 16th century and has evolved to describe the act of continuing firmly or obstinately in a course of action despite difficulties or opposition. The concept of persistence is often associated with determination, perseverance, and resilience.

See also: persist, persistence, persistent, persisters, persisting.

Word Frequency Rank

Ranked #12,456, this word falls into high-advanced vocabulary. It appears less frequently but is valuable for expressing precise meanings in specific contexts.