B2 noun ニュートラル

persist

/pəˈsɪst/

To continue firmly in an opinion or a course of action despite difficulty, opposition, or failure. It also refers to a state or condition that continues to exist or endure over a prolonged period.

例文

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1

If the cough persists for more than a week, you should consult a physician.

If the cough continues for more than a week, you should consult a physician.

2

The committee decided to persist with the current strategy despite the initial setbacks.

The committee decided to continue with the current strategy despite the initial setbacks.

3

I don't know why you persist in wearing those old, beat-up sneakers.

I don't know why you keep wearing those old, beat-up sneakers.

語族

名詞
persistence
Verb
persist
副詞
persistently
形容詞
persistent
関連
persistency
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覚え方のコツ

Think of 'Per-Sister': A sister who 'persists' by constantly asking to borrow your clothes through the door.

クイックテスト

If the rain _____, the outdoor concert will have to be moved inside.

正解!

正解は: persists

例文

1

If the cough persists for more than a week, you should consult a physician.

everyday

If the cough continues for more than a week, you should consult a physician.

2

The committee decided to persist with the current strategy despite the initial setbacks.

formal

The committee decided to continue with the current strategy despite the initial setbacks.

3

I don't know why you persist in wearing those old, beat-up sneakers.

informal

I don't know why you keep wearing those old, beat-up sneakers.

4

Research indicates that certain social inequalities persist even in highly developed economies.

academic

Research indicates that certain social inequalities continue to exist even in highly developed economies.

5

We must persist in our marketing efforts to capture a larger share of the market.

business

We must continue our marketing efforts to capture a larger share of the market.

語族

名詞
persistence
Verb
persist
副詞
persistently
形容詞
persistent
関連
persistency

よく使う組み合わせ

persist in doing something to continue doing something despite obstacles
persist with a plan to keep following a specific plan
symptoms persist medical signs that do not go away
problems persist issues that continue to happen
rumors persist stories that continue to be told despite lack of proof

よく使うフレーズ

persist in the face of

to continue despite a specific challenge

stubbornly persist

to refuse to stop in an annoying or firm way

persist to the end

to continue until the very conclusion

よく混同される語

persist vs insist

Insist means to demand something forcefully, while persist means to continue an action or state over time.

persist vs persevere

Persevere almost always has a positive connotation (working hard toward a goal), whereas persist can be used for negative things like a disease or an annoying habit.

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使い方のコツ

When used for people, it often takes the preposition 'in' followed by a gerund (persist in lying). When used for things like weather or symptoms, it is usually used without an object.

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よくある間違い

Learners often use 'persist to do' (infinitive), but the correct pattern is 'persist in doing' (gerund).

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覚え方のコツ

Think of 'Per-Sister': A sister who 'persists' by constantly asking to borrow your clothes through the door.

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語源

From the Latin 'persistere', meaning 'to continue steadfastly,' which combines 'per' (throughly) and 'sistere' (to stand).

文法パターン

Intransitive verb (does not require a direct object) Commonly followed by 'in' + -ing Third-person singular: persists; Past tense: persisted
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文化的な背景

In many Western cultures, 'persistence' is highly valued as a key personality trait for professional and personal success, often associated with the 'American Dream'.

クイックテスト

If the rain _____, the outdoor concert will have to be moved inside.

正解!

正解は: persists

関連単語

underpendsion

C1

The foundational support, basis, or underlying framework that provides stability and strength to a structure, theory, or organization. It refers to the core principles or physical elements that justify and hold up a larger system.

uniprivacy

C1

A conceptual term referring to a single, unified standard or framework of privacy protections applied consistently across different platforms, jurisdictions, or systems. It describes the state of having one streamlined set of data rights and security measures rather than fragmented or overlapping policies.

demarery

C1

A formal legal objection that admits the facts of an opponent's argument but denies that they are sufficient to justify a legal claim. It effectively argues that even if everything the opposing party says is true, there is no legal basis for a lawsuit.

translably

C1

The noun translably refers to the quality or degree to which a piece of text, an idea, or an expression can be effectively rendered into another language while preserving its original essence. It is a specialized linguistic term used to assess the feasibility of achieving semantic and cultural equivalence in translation tasks.

obfachood

C1

The state or condition of being deliberately obscure, hidden, or difficult to understand, particularly within a formal or technical system. It refers to the quality of a subject that has been rendered complex to prevent easy access or comprehension.

misdictile

C1

To transcribe or record spoken words incorrectly, especially in a manner that fundamentally alters the intended meaning or technical specifications of the message. It refers specifically to the failure of accuracy during the transition from auditory input to written or repeated output.

obgeotude

C1

The state or quality of being excessively preoccupied with physical location or geographical boundaries. It often refers to a mindset or policy that stubbornly prioritizes local physical presence over digital or global connectivity.

monotegate

C1

To consolidate multiple layers, systems, or categories into a single, unified structure. It is often used in technical or organizational contexts to describe the process of streamlining complex elements for the sake of efficiency or standardization.

autojecthood

C1

To transition a system, process, or entity into a state where it automatically identifies and rejects incompatible or non-compliant elements. It refers to the implementation of autonomous exclusion protocols to maintain system purity or efficiency.

contragratence

C1

A state or quality of being intentionally contrary or ungrateful, specifically characterized by a willful refusal to express gratitude or conform to expected social harmony. In academic or test-specific contexts, it often refers to a behavioral pattern of resisting positive social exchange.

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