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 persistent plunk, plunk, plunk of icicles dripping into an aluminum gutter — a sound that is less birdsong than plumbing.

From Salon

Still, another supply-driven price shock, layered on top of tariffs and persistent services inflation, could increase the likelihood that rates remain higher for longer.

From Barron's

U.S. stocks plunged on Friday after the PPI data pointed to worryingly persistent inflation.

From MarketWatch

For 137 years it has welcomed locals, tourists and one very persistent seagull.

From BBC

A more persistent move higher would require sustained loss of Iranian exports or attacks that spill into regional infrastructure.

From Barron's

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