What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
persevere
Example
She persevered through the difficult times and eventually achieved her dream. [persevered: past tense]
Example
It takes perseverance to succeed in anything worth doing. [perseverance: noun]
endure
Example
He endured the pain of his injury and eventually made a full recovery. [endured: past tense]
Example
The people of the town had to endure the harsh winter without electricity. [endure: verb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Endure is more commonly used than persevere in everyday language. Endure is versatile and can be used in both positive and negative contexts, while persevere is less common and often used in a positive context.
What’s the difference in the tone of formality between persevere and endure?
Both persevere and endure are formal words that are appropriate for use in professional or academic contexts.
