Synonyms of perseverance

perseverance

noun

as in persistence

the quality that allows someone to continue trying to do something even though it is difficult

His perseverance was rewarded: after many rejections, he finally found a job.

Perseverance is required to perfect just about any skill.

Related Words

• persistence
• persistency
• determination
• tenacity
• doggedness
• stubbornness
• tenaciousness
• obstinacy
• obduracy
• decisiveness
• resolve
• confidence
• resoluteness
• purposefulness
• decision
• firmness
• resolution
• readiness
• stick-to-itiveness
• granite
• obstinateness
• obdurateness
• decidedness
• certitude
• certainty
• fortitude
• eagerness
• determinedness
• sureness
• gameness
• grit
• alacrity
• iron
• sand
• pluck
• backbone

Dissimilar Words

• uncertainty
• doubt
• reluctance
• unwillingness
• aversion
• disinclination
• indetermination
• incertitude
• indisposition
• hesitation
• indecision
• vacillation
• indecisiveness
• irresolution
• irresoluteness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of perseverance

His 2019, 2018 and 2012 wines were impressive in their depth and perseverance. — Laura Ness, Mercury News, 5 Aug. 2026

Building Coping Mechanisms Youth sports have the power to teach perseverance and overcoming adversity in a way kids may not be able to learn elsewhere, especially in our digital age. — Anna Halkidis, Parents, 1 Aug. 2026

Their perseverance has delivered justice for the Mason family. — Adam Thompson, CBS News, 31 July 2026

However, through it all, the strength and perseverance of their son continued to give them hope. — Kayla Grant, PEOPLE, 29 July 2026