persistent

[per-sis-tuhnt, -zis-] / pərˈsɪs tənt, -ˈzɪs- /

ADJECTIVE

determined; continuous

Synonyms

STRONGEST

constant continual endless enduring incessant insistent perpetual relentless repeated resolute steadfast steady stubborn tenacious unrelenting unremitting

WEAK

assiduous bound bound and determined bulldogged dogged firm fixed immovable in for long haul indefatigable interminable like bad penny never-ending obdurate obstinate perseverant persevering persisting pertinacious sticky tireless unflagging unshakable

Antonyms

STRONGEST

broken ceasing disloyal ending inconstant intermittent interrupted merciful stopping sympathetic temporary terminable unstable unsteady untrustworthy weak yielding

WEAK

lazy relenting surrendering

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Absent that institutional framework, inflation is more likely to become persistent and volatile.

From MarketWatch

Over the last few years, the U.S. housing market has been grappling with a persistent affordability crisis.

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A combined report on producer prices showed persistent inflation in November and October.

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And persistent inflation on such necessities puts pressure on consumers — particularly families in middle- or lower-income brackets.

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Reducing the saving rate is an important way to boost activity, especially so as European economies are relying more on domestic demand after tariffs and persistent geopolitical concerns dragged on exports in 2025.

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