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Exam: TOEFL

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.

persistent

IPA: /pərˈsɪstənt/

KK: /pɚˈsɪstənt/

adjective

Definition: Continuing to exist or happen for a long time; not giving up easily; determined.

Example: Her persistent efforts to improve her skills paid off in the end.

persistently

IPA: /pərˈsɪstəntli/

KK: /pərˈsɪstəntli/

adverb

Definition: In a way that continues firmly or steadily over a long period of time, despite difficulties or opposition.

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

persnicketiness

IPA: /pərsˈnɪkɪtɪnəs/

KK: /pərsˈnɪkɪtɪnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being very particular about details, often to the point of being fussy or hard to please.

Example: Her persnicketiness about the arrangement of the table made it difficult to enjoy the meal.

person

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsən/

KK: /ˈpɜrsən/

noun

Definition: A living human being; an individual who has their own identity and characteristics.

Example: Every person has the right to express their opinions freely.

persona

IPA: /pərˈsoʊ.nə/

KK: /pɚˈsoʊnə/

noun

Definition: A character or identity that someone presents to others, often in writing or performance, which may differ from their true self.

Example: In her novel, the author created a persona that was very different from her own personality.

personable

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsənəbl/

KK: /ˈpɜrsənəbl/

adjective

Definition: Having a pleasant and friendly personality that makes others feel comfortable and welcome.

Example: She is very personable and easily makes friends wherever she goes.

personableness

IPA: /ˈpɜːrsənəblnəs/

KK: /ˈpɜrsənəblnəs/

noun

Definition: The quality of being friendly, pleasant, and easy to talk to.

Example: Her personableness made her very popular among her peers.

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