Simple meaning
What does Insist mean?
Insist means strongly say or demand something.
Dictionary definition
To say strongly that something must happen or is true.
Example sentences
Insist in a sentence
easy
I insist on checking my work before submitting it.
medium
She insisted that everyone gets a fair turn.
hard
The character insists on honesty even when the choice is difficult.
Synonyms
Words like Insist
Antonyms
Opposite words
yieldUse when someone gives in.
relentUse when someone stops pressing a demand.
Word family
Insist word family
Base word
insist
verb
insist
Base form.
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What does insist mean?
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