Choose the perfect synonym or antonym for the word Persistent describes a person or thing that continues firmly in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition.
Persistent
/pəˈsɪstənt/Synonyms:
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Examples:
There were no persistent, enthusiastic reformers who obtained any political credence.
He was suffering from a severe cold and a persistent headache.
The cat's persistent meowing kept the whole house awake.
Etymology:
Derived from the Latin persistens (to continue steadfastly), the word entered English from French influences in the late Middle Ages.
Usage Statistics:
140 mentions per 1 million words 
Hint: Frequency according to COCA
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