persisted

[per-sis-tid, -zis-] / pərˈsɪs tɪd, -ˈzɪs- /

VERB

carry on, carry through

Synonyms

STRONGEST

continue endure go on linger persevere prevail pursue recur remain

STRONG

abide grind insist last obtain perseverate repeat strive

WEAK

be resolute be stubborn follow through follow up go all the way go the limit hold on keep up leave no stone unturned perdure see through stick it out stick to guns tough it out

Antonyms

STRONGEST

cease discontinue give up go halt leave stop

STRONG

forget

WEAK

quit

Example Sentences

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Scott Parker, Vincent Kompany, and Russell Martin have also persisted with this philosophy in the Premier League - ultimately failing because of player quality and a reluctance to change approach.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

These changes persisted even after the unhealthy diet ended and body weight returned to normal.

From Science Daily • May 21, 2026

In the past, periods of extreme concentration have at times persisted for years.

From MarketWatch • May 13, 2026

Treasury yields rose as U.S. inflation picked up speed and Middle East tensions persisted.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Tal persisted in his provocation, though, and Fischer lost their third game as well.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady