Persevering
mediumPositive toneper-suh-VEER-ing
adjective
Definition
Continuing in a course of action despite difficulty or opposition
Memory hook
PERSEVERING through SEVERE challenges — continuing firmly despite difficulty.
Word roots
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Examples
“The persevering athlete eventually won the championship.”
“Her persevering efforts finally paid off.”
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“The ______ athlete eventually won the championship.”
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GRE Tip
Persevering is a medium-difficulty GRE word. On the GRE, you might see it paired with synonyms like "tenacious" or "persistent" in Sentence Equivalence questions. Look for contrast clues (however, despite, although) that signal the opposite meaning. Words like "irresolute".
Related GRE Words
pertinacious
Holding firmly to an opinion or course of action; persistent
dogged
Having or showing tenacity and persistence
tenacious
Tending to keep a firm hold; persistent and determined
resolute
Admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering
unwavering
Steady and resolute; not changing
abiding
Lasting for a long time; enduring and unchanging
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