Persevering Definition & Meaning

persevering
adjective
  1. quietly and steadily persevering especially in detail or exactness; "a diligent (or patient) worker"; "with persevering (or patient) industry she revived the failing business"

"Persevering" in song lyrics

See how persevering is used in real songs:

  • "I ain't waiting, I'm patiently persevering"
    Brother Ali — Take Me Home
  • "Damn you feelin' for persevering"
    K'naan — Fatima

Usage tips for "persevering"

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