persistence
8 synonyms for persistence, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The quality of continuing to try despite difficulty.
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 persistence
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
data persistence
persistence pays off
Etymology
Came into English via Middle French persistance, from persistant, from Latin persistēns, from persistō. By surface analysis, it breaks down as persist plus -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.
