What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
perseverant
Example
She is a perseverant student who never gives up on her studies. [perseverant: adjective]
Example
Despite facing many challenges, he remained perseverant in his pursuit of his dream job. [perseverant: noun]
resolute
Example
She remained resolute in her decision to pursue her passion, despite facing criticism from others. [resolute: adjective]
Example
He showed great resoluteness in the face of adversity and refused to give up. [resoluteness: noun]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Perseverant is more commonly used than resolute in everyday language.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between perseverant and resolute?
Resolute is often used in formal or literary contexts, while perseverant can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
