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Exam: GRE (Verbal)

perseverance

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪərəns/

KK: /pɚˈsɛvərəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of continuing to try to achieve something even when it is difficult or when you face challenges.

Example: Her perseverance in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

perseverate

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɛreɪt/

KK: /pɜrˈsɛvərˌeɪt/

intransitive verb

Definition: To continue doing something persistently, especially in a way that may seem excessive or unnecessary.

Example: Despite the challenges, she chose to perseverate on her goals and never gave up.

perseveration

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪəreɪʃən/

KK: /ˌpɜrsəˈvɪreɪʃən/

noun

Definition: The act of repeating something, like a word or action, even when it is no longer needed or appropriate, often due to a psychological condition.

Example: His perseveration on the same topic made it difficult for others to join the conversation.

perseverative

IPA: /ˌpɜːrsəˈvɛrətɪv/

KK: /pɚˈsɛvəˌreɪtɪv/

adjective

Definition: Relating to the act of continuing to do something despite difficulties or obstacles.

Example: His perseverative behavior in solving the puzzle impressed everyone.

persevere

IPA: //pərˈsɪvɪr//

KK: /pɚˈsɪvɪr/

intransitive verb

Definition: To continue trying to do something despite difficulties or challenges.

Example: Even when things got tough, she chose to persevere and finish her project.

persevering

IPA: /pərˈsɪvərɪŋ/

KK: /pɚˈsɪvɪrɪŋ/

adjective

Definition: Having the quality of continuing to try despite difficulties or obstacles.

Example: She is known for her persevering spirit, never giving up on her dreams.

noun

Definition: The quality of continuing to try to achieve something despite difficulties or delays in achieving success.

Example: Her perseverance in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

verb

Definition: To continue trying to do something despite difficulties or delays in achieving success.

Example: She is persevering in her studies, even when the material is challenging.

perseveringly

IPA: /pərˈsɪvərɪŋli/

KK: /pɜrˈsɪvərɪŋli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that shows determination and persistence in doing something despite difficulties or delays.

Example: She worked perseveringly on her project, even when faced with many challenges.

persist

IPA: /pərˈsɪst/

KK: /pɚˈsɪst/

intransitive verb

Definition: To continue doing something or to keep existing, especially in the face of difficulties or challenges.

Example: She decided to persist with her studies despite the challenges she faced.

persistence

IPA: /pərˈsɪstəns/

KK: /pərˈsɪstəns/

noun

Definition: The quality of continuing to do something despite difficulties or opposition.

Example: Her persistence in studying paid off when she passed the exam with flying colors.

persistency

IPA: /pərˈsɪstənt/

KK: /pərˈsɪstənt/

noun

Definition: The quality of continuing to do something despite difficulties or opposition.

Example: Her persistency in studying for the exam paid off when she received a high score.

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