Synonyms for

Perseverance

Verb / ˌpɜ:sʌˈvɪrʌns / Another word for perseverance — explore alternatives below. For syllable breakdowns and pronunciation, see this word on Syllablesworld.

Definition

Perseverance means to keep going and not give up, even when things are difficult.

Synonyms & similar words

perseveration pertinacity persistence tenacity persistency tenaciousness doggedness persistence tenacity determination grit endurance steadfastness resolution fortitude patience resilience steadiness doggedness stick-to-itiveness continuation obstinacy stubbornness perseveration assiduity assiduousness sedulousness

Synonyms by register

Formal

persistence steadfastness tenacity resolution

Informal

grit stick-to-itiveness guts doggedness

Literary

endurance fortitude constancy

Antonyms

giving up idleness laziness surrender despair quit relentlessness

Common collocations

  • show perseverance
  • demonstrate perseverance
  • great perseverance
  • remarkable perseverance
  • need perseverance
  • require perseverance
  • through perseverance

Word family

noun perseverance
verb persevere
adjective persevering
adverb perseveringly

Usage note

Perseverance refers to continuing in a course of action despite difficulty or delay in achieving success. It is often associated with positive qualities like determination and resilience.

Example sentences

  1. His perseverance in practicing the piano paid off when he played a beautiful song at his recital.
  2. She showed great perseverance in finishing her long homework assignment.
  3. Perseverance is important when learning a new skill like riding a bike.
  4. The athlete's perseverance allowed her to finish the marathon.
  5. Perseverance is a key trait for success in school and in life.

Quotes

  • Success is not final, failure is not fatal: it is the courage to continue that counts. - Winston Churchill
  • Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did. - Newt Gingrich
  • Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other. - Walter Elliot

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