Synonyms of insistence

insistence

noun

in-ˈsi-stən(t)s 

as in declaration

a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something

a continued insistence that there was a massive cover-up by the government

Synonyms & Similar Words

• declaration
• assertion
• claim
• allegation
• affirmation
• protestation
• announcement
• proclamation
• avowal
• profession
• argument
• asseveration
• pronouncement
• justification
• confirmation
• avouchment
• rationalization
• reason
• reaffirmation
• vindication
• reconfirmation

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• disavowal
• question
• dispute
• challenge
• disclaimer
• refutation
• denial
• rebuttal
• contradiction
• negation
• disproof
• confutation

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of insistence

What’s dividing fans is Julian Casablancas’ insistence on using Autotune, as many prefer his raw vocals. — Los Angeles Times, 21 Sep. 2026

Hamas leaders were being sheltered in Qatar—but only at the insistence of Israel and the United States. — Ruth Margalit, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2026

Apple's stubborn insistence on keeping base iPhones at 60Hz while budget Android phones offer zippier refresh rates has always baffled me. — Kimberly Gedeon, PC Magazine, 18 Sep. 2026

The move was driven by President George Washington’s insistence on the necessity of a professional military force for national defense. — USA Today, 15 Sep. 2026