GRE Word List
PERSEVERE
to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement
The meaning of the word persevere is to persist in a state, enterprise, or undertaking in spite of counterinfluences, opposition, or discouragement.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| bugaboo | an imaginary object of fear |
| sloth | disinclination to action or labor : indolence |
| eerie | so mysterious, strange, or unexpected as to send a chill up the spine |
| dexterous | mentally adroit and skillful : clever |
| irreparable | not reparable : irremediable |
| parody | a literary or musical work in which the style of an author or work is closely imitated for comic effect or in ridicule |
| heckler | one who heckles someone (such as a performer or speaker) usually by shouting criticisms or insults |
| sage | one (such as a profound philosopher) distinguished for wisdom |
| repine | to feel or express dejection or discontent : complain |
| enclave | a distinct territorial, cultural, or social unit enclosed within or as if within foreign territory |