Persist Definition

persist
verb
  1. continue to exist; "These stories die hard"; "The legend of Elvis endures"
  2. be persistent, refuse to stop; "he persisted to call me every night"; "The child persisted and kept asking questions"
  3. stay behind; "The smell stayed in the room"; "The hostility remained long after they made up"

"Persist" in song lyrics

See how persist is used in real songs:

  • "yo you should know it's kinda persist"
    Eazy-E f/ M.C. Ren — I'mma Break It Down
  • "Stagnate nonsense but if you persist"
    Jeru the Damaja — Come Clean
  • "I overlooked 'em but they still wanted to persist"
    Kid Capri f/ Biz Markie — You Know My Style

Usage tips for "persist"

Understanding the precise definition of a word helps you use it with confidence. When using "persist" in your writing, consider whether you need the word itself or one of its synonyms — subtle differences in meaning can change the tone of a sentence. If you're writing poetry or song lyrics, check the rhymes for persist to find words that pair well.

Look up another word