Meaning of the word persistence in English

What does persistence mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

persistence

US /pɚˈsɪs.təns/
UK /pəˈsɪs.təns/

Noun

1.

the fact of continuing in an opinion or course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition

Example:
Her persistence eventually paid off, and she got the job.
The project required great persistence to overcome numerous challenges.
2.

the continued or prolonged existence of something

Example:
The persistence of the drought led to severe water shortages.
We are concerned about the persistence of these harmful chemicals in the environment.