noun
perseveration
Perseveration (noun) means (psychology) The uncontrollable repeating of a word, phrase or action, often caused by damage to the brain.
noun
1
(psychology) The uncontrollable repeating of a word, phrase or action, often caused by damage to the brain.
2
A tendency to keep repeating something after there is no longer a reason to.
3
An example of carrying on despite difficulty.
4
A point made over and over again, like a chant.
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Rhymes for perseveration
region
ablation
allusion
emulsion
ideation
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extension
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What is the meaning of perseveration?
"perseveration" (noun) means (psychology) The uncontrollable repeating of a word, phrase or action, often caused by damage to the brain.
What is another word for perseveration?
Other words for "perseveration" include persistence, perseverance.
What are the different meanings of perseveration?
"perseveration" has 3 main meanings: 1. (psychology) The uncontrollable repeating of a word, phrase or action, often caused by damage to the brain; 2. A tendency to keep repeating something after there is no longer a reason to; 3. An example of carrying on despite difficulty.
