PERSISTING Synonyms: 120 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in persistent

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persisting

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verb

present participle of persist

as in persevering

to continue despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement she persisted in her efforts and eventually got the job she wanted

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as in remaining

to remain indefinitely in existence or in the same state my headache persisted for almost the entire day

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Recent Examples of persisting

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Anthropic's method reportedly embeds an imperceptible mark during text generation, persisting through copying. — Lance Eliot, Forbes.com, 13 Aug. 2026 That’s because about half of the patients suffer from a rare reaction called hallucinogen persisting perception disorder (HPPD), which often appears as a visual disturbance, Bekhrad says. — Dawn Fallik, Scientific American, 11 Aug. 2026 Last week’s levels at Lake Mead are the latest sign of pressure on the Colorado River system, which is under threat from overconsumption and increasing temperatures, no thanks to a persisting megadrought in the region. — Chad De Guzman, Time, 10 Aug. 2026 Experts have predicted a milder 2026 hurricane season, with dry conditions persisting until at least September, said María Novoa García, a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in San Juan. — CBS News, 6 Aug. 2026 King had surgery for the injury and is still in a cast with numbness persisting in her thumb. — Nicole Blanchard, Idaho Statesman, 29 July 2026 The problem today is that far from persisting with, say, 5% annual broad money growth, Japan has reverted to its pre-Covid policy mix. — Steve H. Hanke, Fortune, 20 July 2026 Rain chances are 30% to 40% for Friday, with those chances persisting through the night and declining through the day on Saturday. — Kansas City Star, 7 July 2026 All these young men deserve endless gratitude for choosing and persisting in this rough, perilous, and holy life. — The New Yorker, New Yorker, 4 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for persisting

Adjective

In his inaugural Jackson Hole speech as chairman, Warsh warned that persistent inflation may necessitate further monetary tightening.

— William Pesek, Forbes.com, 31 Aug. 2026
Mehta increased his price target on FANG stock to $220 from $212 and reiterated a buy rating, citing the company's capital-efficient volume growth as oil prices remain high amid persistent supply disruption in the Middle East.

— TipRanks.com Staff, CNBC, 30 Aug. 2026

Definition of persistent

Verb

For this filmmaking couple, reaching maturity as artists forged in the complex context of a modern colony hinges on acknowledging their limitations and still persevering.

— Carlos Aguilar, Los Angeles Times, 27 Aug. 2026
Through the ups and downs, one person who kept persevering was Coach Matt Grahn.

— Briseida Holguin, CBS News, 12 Aug. 2026

Definition of persevering

Verb

Her team said they were touched by the idea and are open to continuing the conversation, according to Lee.

— Emily Hallas, The Washington Examiner, 29 Aug. 2026
The two had spent a few days in Nepal’s capital Kathmandu to acclimate to the higher altitude of the Himalayas, before continuing north toward the Chinese border with a tour group.

— Jessie Yeung, CNN Money, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of continuing

Adjective

Yet whatever the circumstances, the characters who populate her songs have an abiding and unshakable likability.

— New York Times, New York Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Though only married for a few years, their partnership feels seasoned, fortified by faith, ambition and an abiding sense of gratitude.

— Partner Content, Variety, 17 Dec. 2025

Definition of abiding

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Connection, wellbeing, and growth are foundational at Patina, shaping experiences that leave lasting impressions which resonate well beyond your stay.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 30 Aug. 2026
In return, Imax gets a percentage of the box office over a long-term contract, typically lasting at least 10 years.

— Kamaron McNair Juhohn Lee, CNBC, 29 Aug. 2026

Definition of lasting

Adjective

Floods this summer affected many residents who do not live in floodplains, where flood insurance is not required, said Felipe Rocha, a lifelong Aurora resident and local insurance agent.

— Addison Wright, Chicago Tribune, 27 Aug. 2026
Hardy gifted his lifelong love of the game to Naima, Coltrane’s 13-year-old daughter in the novel.

— Paula L. Woods, Los Angeles Times, 26 Aug. 2026