perseverance
7 synonyms for perseverance, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — Steady effort to keep doing something despite difficulty or setbacks.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use perseverance
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
perseverance and hard work
show perseverance
Etymology
From Latin perseverantia, "steadfastness," from perseverare ("to persist").
Full origin of perseverance →Frequently asked questions
What does “perseverance” mean?
The word “perseverance” means steady effort to keep doing something despite difficulty or setbacks. In plain terms, not giving up, even when things get hard.
How do you pronounce “perseverance”?
“Perseverance” is pronounced pur-suh-VEER-ruhns (/ˌpɝsəˈvɪɹəns/ in IPA).
How do you use “perseverance” in a sentence?
Here is “perseverance” used in a sentence: “It took years of perseverance for her to finally get published.”
What part of speech is “perseverance”?
“Perseverance” is a noun.
Where does the word “perseverance” come from?
The word “perseverance” comes from Latin. From Latin perseverantia, "steadfastness," from perseverare ("to persist").
Is “perseverance” a common word?
“Perseverance” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
