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

Example Sentences

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Central bankers increasingly distinguish between one-time price adjustments and persistent inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal

January’s deadly midair collision at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and persistent technology outages have taken a toll.

From The Wall Street Journal

Scientists and meteorologists say the conditions for such persistent cloud cover are ripe: an early wet season, cold temperatures and a stable, unmoving high pressure system.

From Los Angeles Times

If finalized, the deal would remove a persistent issue in Beijing-Washington relations and signal progress in broader talks.

From Los Angeles Times

In both those new photos and earlier tranches, one persistent, nagging detail stuck out to me.

From Salon

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