Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Persistent”
Keeping going and not giving up even when things are hard. Not letting obstacles stop you; stubbornly continuing effort.
Word Family of Persistent
What is the noun of persistent? — persistence
What is the verb of persistent? — persist
What is the adjective of persistent? — persistent
What is the adverb of persistent? — persistently
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- Her persistent efforts to improve her English finally paid off when she achieved a Band 8 score. B2
- The persistent cough lasted for three weeks and required medical attention. B2
- Despite persistent criticism, the CEO maintained her controversial policy. B2
Word Form Patterns for Persistent
-ist
Adds **-ist** to name a person who follows a practice or believes in something. Example: persistent → persist.
-ly
Adds **-ly** to make an adverb describing how an action happens. Example: persistent → persistently.
Origin and Word Formation of Persistent
From Latin 'persistens' (continuing steadfastly). 'Per-' (through) + 'sistens' (standing/remaining). Entered English in 16th century. Related to 'persist' (continue despite difficulty).
Common Word Form Mistakes with Persistent
Wrong: She is persistent to try again.
Correct: She is persistent in trying again. / She persists in trying again.
Use 'persistent in' not 'persistent to'. Or use the verb 'persist in' instead.
Wrong: The problem persist even after repair.
Correct: The problem persists even after repair.
Use the verb form 'persists' (third person singular) not the adjective 'persist'.
Wrong: His persistent to succeed was admirable.
Correct: His persistence in succeeding was admirable. / His persistent efforts to succeed were admirable.
Use the noun 'persistence' or adjective 'persistent' before a noun, not as part of a prepositional phrase in this way.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Persistent
What are the word forms of “persistent”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “persistent”?
“persistent” is primarily a adj. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “persistent” come from?
From Latin 'persistens' (continuing steadfastly). 'Per-' (through) + 'sistens' (standing/remaining). Entered English in 16th century. Related to 'persist' (continue despite difficulty).