PERSISTENCE Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

persistence

noun

pər-ˈsi-stən(t)s

Definition of persistence

as in continuation

uninterrupted or lasting existence the persistence of the fever for a week caused me great worry

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Recent Examples of persistence Perhaps many in Atlanta found the two sides embodied the city’s rich Black history, which was forged in persistence. — Amna Subhan, AJC.com, 1 July 2026 The Fed has been on hold this year with interest rates as policymakers weigh the persistence of inflation against other economic factors. — Jeff Cox, CNBC, 1 July 2026 In addition to their persistence, many PFAS have been linked to health issues including cancer, immune system problems and fertility issues. — Rachel Frazin, The Hill, 1 July 2026 States like Georgia and Oregon have shown what aligned policy can accomplish, linking child care access to postsecondary persistence and reforming subsidy programs to recognize that school and work are not mutually exclusive. — Enyi Okebugwu, Fortune, 28 June 2026 See All Example Sentences for persistence

Recent Examples of Synonyms for persistence

Noun

Her outings this week were essentially a fashionable feast and a continuation of her commitment to method dressing for the red carpet.

— Bianca Betancourt, CNN Money, 10 July 2026
The back-and-forth was a continuation of the approach Rutte, a seasoned diplomat known as a consensus builder during his nearly 14 years as Dutch prime minister, has taken since becoming NATO chief in late 2024.

— Sam Meredith, CNBC, 9 July 2026

Definition of continuation

Noun

According to Max Power, the wells are expected to evaluate hydrogen flow rates, pressure behavior, gas continuity, concentrations, deliverability, and the overall scalability of the underground system.

— Georgina Jedikovska, Interesting Engineering, 13 July 2026
Reaching that level required auditable systems for clinical governance, staff qualifications, patient pathway design, information handling, quality management and continuity of care.

— Ascend Agency, Mercury News, 13 July 2026

Definition of continuity

Noun

The latest court filings show the parties are working toward a settlement and requested another hearing continuance until July 27.

— Catherine Muccigrosso July 14, Charlotte Observer, 14 July 2026
Commissioners approved a two-month continuance of the item at Wednesday’s meeting so that residents can have further conversations with developers.

— Emily Holshouser July 9, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 9 July 2026