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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If an oil shock persisted long enough, economic growth could also sputter.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 24, 2026

In addition, the elevated platinum levels persisted for about 14 years, indicating a sustained process rather than a sudden event like a meteorite or comet impact.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

“It would be even more jarring for stocks and the economy if these oil price levels persisted for even a few weeks or even a few months,” said Montis Financial CIO Dennis Follmer.

From Barron's • Mar. 19, 2026

He has persisted in insulting the leaders of these countries for failing to bail him out of his jam, writing long screeds on social media that rail against their alleged perfidy.

From Salon • Mar. 19, 2026

“Oh, Mr. Crawley, do be on my side,” she persisted, and one or two of the others joined in.

From "Rebecca" by Daphne du Maurier