persist

3 definitions • 6 examples

If an unpleasant feeling or situation persists, it continues to exist:

If the pain persists, consult a doctor.

The cold weather is set to persist throughout the week.

to try to do or continue doing something in a determined but often unreasonable way:

If he persists in asking awkward questions, then send him to the boss.

The government is persisting with its ambitious public works programme.

to continue to exist past the usual time, or to continue to do something in a determined way even when facing difficulties or opposition:

If the pain persists, consult a doctor.

Although the meeting had ended, she persisted in trying to question the mayor.