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
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|---|---|
| inanimate | not animate: |
| mishap | an unfortunate accident |
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| semblance | outward and often specious appearance or show : form |
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| bust | a sculptured representation of the upper part of the human figure including the head and neck and usually part of the shoulders and breast |
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| demerit | offense |
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