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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amicablecharacterized by friendly goodwill : peaceable
conformistone who conforms : a person who behaves in accordance with prevailing standards or customs and typically dislikes or avoids unconventional behavior
apprehendarrest
avocationa subordinate occupation pursued in addition to one's vocation especially for enjoyment : hobby
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caricatureexaggeration by means of often ludicrous distortion of parts or characteristics
avariceexcessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain : greediness
provisoan article or clause (as in a contract) that introduces a condition