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In class, we used persistence in a sentence about teamwork and respect.
What does Persistence mean?
continuing to try and not stopping.
Dictionary definition
Steady effort to continue, even when progress is slow or difficult.
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The reading passage showed persistence through a character's choices during a challenge.
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During group discussion, students explained how persistence can influence decisions, relationships, and long-term growth.
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What does persistence mean?
Persistence means continuing to try and not stopping.
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Which word is closest in meaning to persistence?
Perseverance is close in meaning to persistence.
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WordPersistence.
Partnoun.
MeaningPersistence means continuing to try and not stopping.
ExampleExample: In class, we used persistence in a sentence about teamwork and respect.
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- Syllables
- per · sis · tuhns
- Strongest beat
- sis
- Ending
- tuhns
- Tip
- Put a little extra energy on sis.
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Synonyms
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perseveranceSimilar meaning.
determinationSimilar meaning.
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quittingOpposite or contrasting meaning.
surrenderOpposite or contrasting meaning.
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Word family
Persistence word family
Base word
persist
noun
persistence
Steady effort over time.
adjective
persistent
Continuing without giving up.
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