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 persistence persistence /pɝˈsɪstəns/

noun

  1. () The property of a continuous and connected period of time  ( continuity , persistence )
    the property of a continuous and connected period of time
      Her persistence paid off when she finally achieved her goal.
    Her persistence paid off when she finally achieved her goal.
  2. () Persistent determination  ( doggedness , perseverance , pertinacity , persistence , persistency , tenaciousness , tenacity , pertinaciousness )
    persistent determination
  3. The act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior  ( perseverance , perseveration , persistence )
    the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior
     His perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate
    his perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate