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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“The renewed geopolitical uncertainty pushed oil prices higher, reinforcing concerns over persistent inflationary pressures,” says FXEM’s Abdelaziz Albogdady in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

But if they are broadening into something more persistent, the trimmed mean will understate inflation, possibly by a lot.

From Barron's • May 11, 2026

But he isn’t observing a persistent rise in implied volatility at this point.

From MarketWatch • May 11, 2026

One defeat by Joe Joyce and two by Oleksandr Usyk shaped much of the public perception around him, as did persistent questions about his discipline.

From BBC • May 10, 2026

The way its many sorrows lingered in the air, as persistent as fog.

From "The Girl Who Drank the Moon" by Kelly Barnhill

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