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In class, we used perseverance in a sentence about teamwork and respect.
What does Perseverance mean?
not giving up when things are hard.
Dictionary definition
Continued effort to keep going despite difficulty or delay.
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The reading passage showed perseverance through a character's choices during a challenge.
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During group discussion, students explained how perseverance can influence decisions, relationships, and long-term growth.
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What does perseverance mean?
Perseverance means not giving up when things are hard.
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Which word is closest in meaning to perseverance?
Persistence is close in meaning to perseverance.
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Perseverance
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pur · suh · veer · uhns · strongest beat: veer
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WordPerseverance.
Partnoun.
MeaningPerseverance means not giving up when things are hard.
ExampleExample: In class, we used perseverance in a sentence about teamwork and respect.
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4 syllables. Say each part, then blend the word.
- Syllables
- pur · suh · veer · uhns
- Strongest beat
- veer
- Ending
- uhns
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on veer.
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persistenceSimilar meaning.
determinationSimilar meaning.
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quittingOpposite or contrasting meaning.
surrenderOpposite or contrasting meaning.
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persevere
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perseverance
The quality of not giving up.
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