GRE Word List
PERSIST
continue in existence; last; continue in a course of action in spite of opposition; Ex. persist in/with something; ADJ. persistent
The meaning of the word persist is continue in existence; last; continue in a course of action in spite of opposition; Ex. persist in/with something; ADJ. persistent.
Random words
| Word | Meaning |
|---|---|
| aboriginal | being the first of its kind in a region; primitive; native; indigenous; N. aborigine |
| vie | contend; compete |
| gist | essence; main point; substance |
| confide | tell in confidence (to a person one trusts); be confident about |
| geriatrics | medical treatment and care of old age |
| impertinent | insolent; rude; not pertinent; N. impertinence |
| cog | tooth projecting from a wheel |
| thrive | prosper; flourish |
| steadfast | steadily loyal; unswerving; steady |
| quicksilver | mercury |
