Meaning of the word importunate in English

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importunate

US /ɪmˈpɔːr.tʃə.nət/
UK /ɪmˈpɔː.tjə.nət/

Adjective

persistent, especially to the point of annoyance or intrusion

Example:
The child's importunate demands for candy eventually wore down his mother's resolve.
He was annoyed by the salesman's importunate calls.