Definitions

persist

[per-sist, -zist] / pərˈsɪst, -ˈzɪst /

VERB

carry on, carry through

Synonyms

STRONGEST

carry on carry over 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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The challenges from his learning disorder persist in his work at the state Capitol.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, Jefferies analysts late Tuesday said the weaker outlook suggested that difficulties persist at the athleisure giant.

From MarketWatch

If the crisis in the Gulf persists then, yes, high oil prices will lead to high inflation — initially.

From MarketWatch

“But if we persist,” Netanyahu added, “we will give them the chance to take their destiny into their own hands.”

From Los Angeles Times

And yet — the idea persists for a reason.

From Salon