Persistent

10 lettersadjectivecommon

Updated June 2026

Definition

Continuing firmly in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition. Lasting or enduring tenaciously over time.

“Her persistent efforts to learn the language finally paid off after two years of study.”

Pronunciation

IPA

/pəˈsɪstənt/

Syllables

per·sist·ent

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Synonyms

tenaciousdeterminedrelentlesssteadfast

Antonyms

caducous

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Wordle

Three 'E's and two 'T's; contains common '-ENT' ending

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Scrabble

Worth 12 points; good length for bonus opportunities

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