Synonyms of persistent

persistent

adjective

pər-ˈsi-stənt 

as in insistent

continuing despite difficulties, opposition, or discouragement

although his first attempts were singularly unsuccessful, he was persistent in his pursuit of a career in rock music

Synonyms & Similar Words

• insistent
• stubborn
• resolute
• tenacious
• dogged
• steadfast
• relentless
• patient
• determined
• constant
• dedicated
• steady
• pertinacious
• loyal
• persevering
• true
• adamant
• staunch
• willful
• positive
• obstinate
• resistant
• implacable
• resolved
• hardened
• faithful
• obdurate
• certain
• wilful
• unyielding
• firm
• hard
• devoted
• good
• peevish
• sure
• intent
• mulish
• headstrong
• hardheaded
• single-minded
• assured
• perverse
• opinionated
• unfaltering
• unhesitating
• unrelenting
• wayward
• pigheaded
• unwavering
• bullheaded
• indomitable
• unregenerate
• wrongheaded
• unconquerable
• unbending
• unflinching
• indurate
• inflexible
• stern
• self-willed
• hell-bent
• stanch
• stiff-necked

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• yielding
• quitting
• surrendering
• hesitant
• irresolute
• faltering
• treacherous
• false
• fickle
• inconstant
• disloyal
• perfidious
• faithless
• traitorous
• wavering
• vacillating
• hesitating

Examples of persistent in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

No matter what mood the series aims to strike, there’s a persistent joylessness that’s meant to convey importance, but instead highlights incompetence. —Ben Travers, IndieWire, 31 Oct. 2024

In severe and persistent cases, your healthcare provider may consider oral corticosteroids to manage symptoms. —Mark Gurarie, Verywell Health, 30 Oct. 2024

Unexplained fatigue, vision problems like blurriness or double vision, persistent tingling or numbness sensations, muscle weakness or balance issues that don’t seem to improve could all be signs. —Lauryn Higgins, Flow Space, 30 Oct. 2024

Despite the ongoing war and persistent Russian attacks on energy infrastructure, Ukraine's economy remains resilient, with growth, moderate inflation, and strong reserves supported by external aid. —Katya Soldak, Forbes, 21 Oct. 2024