Dictionary entryCEFR C1noun
persistence
IPA pronunciation: /pəˈsɪstəns/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
настойчивость, упорство
English definition
The quality of continuing to do something despite difficulties or opposition.
Example
Her persistence in learning English paid off.
Collocations
- persistence in
- dogged persistence
- show persistence
- persistence pays off
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