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 |
|---|---|
| untoward | difficult to guide, manage, or work with : unruly |
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| incumbent | the holder of an office or ecclesiastical benefice |
| noncommittal | giving no clear indication of attitude or feeling |
| impolitic | not politic : unwise |
| concerted | mutually contrived or agreed on |
| credential | warranting credit or confidence |
| convention | agreement |
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