perseverance

noun
UK: /ˌpɜːsɪˈvɪərəns/
US: /ˌpɜːrsɪˈvɪrəns/

  1. The quality of continuing to try to achieve a particular aim despite difficulties.

    1. It takes perseverance to learn a new language well.
    2. Despite facing numerous setbacks, her perseverance ultimately led to success in her career.

  2. Steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.

    1. His perseverance paid off, and he finally achieved his goal.
    2. Through sheer perseverance and dedication, the team overcame every obstacle in their path.

Synonyms

persistence tenacity determination dedication endurance grit resolve backbone
perseverance adjective

  1. Continuing in a course of action even in the face of difficulty or with little or no indication of success.

    1. She is a persevering student who never gives up.
    2. A persevering attitude helps individuals overcome many challenges in their daily lives.

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "perseverance" in English means: The quality of continuing to try to achieve a particular aim despite difficulties., Steady persistence in a course of action, a purpose, especially in spite of difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement..

The phonetic transcription of "perseverance" is /ˌpɜːsɪˈvɪərəns/ in British English and /ˌpɜːrsɪˈvɪrəns/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "perseverance": persistence, tenacity, determination, dedication, endurance, grit, resolve, backbone.

Example usage of "perseverance": "It takes perseverance to learn a new language well.". More examples on the page.