persisted Definition
- 1continue to exist or occur, especially after other similar things have stopped
- 2continue to do something, even though it is difficult or other people oppose it
Using persisted: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "persisted" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
The rain persisted throughout the day.
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Despite the obstacles, she persisted in her efforts to become a doctor.
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He persisted with his argument even though nobody agreed with him.
persisted Synonyms and Antonyms
Antonyms for persisted
- cease
- discontinue
- give up
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Summary: persisted in Brief
To 'persist' [pərˈsɪst] means to continue to exist or occur, especially after other similar things have stopped. It can also mean to continue to do something, even though it is difficult or other people oppose it. Examples include 'The rain persisted throughout the day,' and 'Despite the obstacles, she persisted in her efforts to become a doctor.' Synonyms include 'continue,' 'endure,' and 'persevere.'