What context can I use each word in?
Learn when and how to use these words with these examples!
persistently
Example
She persistently worked on her project until it was completed. [persistently: adverb]
Example
The dog persistently barked at the mailman every day. [persistently: adverb]
constantly
Example
The clock constantly ticks in the background. [constantly: adverb]
Example
He is constantly checking his phone for messages. [constantly: adverb]
Good things to know
Which word is more common?
Constantly is more commonly used than persistently in everyday language. Constantly is versatile and covers a wide range of contexts, while persistently is less common and typically used in more specific situations.
Whatโs the difference in the tone of formality between persistently and constantly?
Both persistently and constantly are neutral in terms of formality and can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
