persistent

/pəsˈɪstənt/

/pɝˈsɪstənt/

[adjective]

persistent

[ADJECTIVE]

continuing without interruption

synonyms : relentless

unrelenting

continually recurring to the mind

synonyms : haunting

retained; not shed

synonyms : lasting

antonyms : caducous

continuing to do something despite facing criticism or difficulties

synonyms : dogged

Examples

1. I need to see a doctor about my persistent cough.

2. "The teacher reminded her students that truth lies at the bottom of a well, and encouraged them to be persistent in their efforts to seek out the truth."

3. When dealing with customer service, it can be helpful to be assertive and persistent, as the squeaky wheel gets the grease and is more likely to receive a satisfactory resolution.

4. Justice is persistent.