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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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In the U.S., a combination of persistent drought and high costs in 2022 forced producers to kill 13.3% of the national beef cow herd, the highest proportion ever.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2026

“This demand strength comes from a combination of persistent workload shift to the cloud and the growing consumer and enterprise adoption of AI,” analyst Erik W. Woodring wrote.

From Barron's • Apr. 6, 2026

The European Parliament, both in 2018 and 2025, has warned of persistent threats to rule of law.

From BBC • Apr. 5, 2026

If innovation is such a collaborative process, then why has the myth of the lone innovator remained so persistent?

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 5, 2026

The physical freedom, Stanton later said, “did not compensate for the persistent persecution and petty annoyances suffered at every turn.”

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling