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.

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WordMeaning
reminiscentof the character of or relating to reminiscence
impermeablenot permitting passage (as of a fluid) through its substance
piecemealone piece at a time : gradually
feintsomething feigned
fomentto promote the growth or development of : rouse
expostulationan act or an instance of expostulating
pietythe quality or state of being pious: such as
superannuatedoutmoded
imperiousmarked by arrogant assurance : domineering
lexicographeran author or editor of a dictionary