persistence
0 antonyms and opposites of persistence, grouped by meaning.
Noun — The quality of continuing to try despite difficulty.
How to use persistence
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Middle French persistance, from persistant, from Latin persistēns, from persistō. By surface analysis, persist + -ence.
Full origin of persistence →Frequently asked questions
What does “persistence” mean?
The word “persistence” means the quality of continuing to try despite difficulty. In plain terms, not giving up — or, in tech, data that sticks around instead of disappearing.
How do you pronounce “persistence”?
“Persistence” is pronounced puh-SIHSTNS (/pəˈsɪst(ə)ns/ in IPA).
How do you use “persistence” in a sentence?
Here is “persistence” used in a sentence: “Her persistence eventually paid off when the company agreed to a refund.”
What is another word for “persistence”?
Words with a similar meaning to “persistence” include persistency.
What part of speech is “persistence”?
“Persistence” is a noun.
Is “persistence” a common word?
“Persistence” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
How many meanings does “persistence” have?
“Persistence” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the quality of continuing to try despite difficulty.