Persevere

/ˌpɜːrsɪˈvɪr/

Meaning & Definition

verb
To continue in a course of action even in the face of difficulty or with little or no indication of success.
Despite the setbacks, she chose to persevere in her studies.
To be steadfast in doing something despite difficulties or delay in achieving success.
He persevered through the challenges of training for the marathon.
To persist in a purpose, idea, or task.
They persevered with their project, believing that their hard work would eventually pay off.
To endure in the pursuit of a goal.
In their quest for justice, the activists persevered against opposition.

Etymology

From Latin 'perseverare', meaning 'to be steadfast' or 'to persist'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

persevere against all odds:
To continue striving despite difficulties.
persevere to the end:
To maintain effort until a goal is reached.
persevere in the face of adversity:
To remain committed to a goal amidst challenges.

Related Words

Slang Meanings

Hang in there
Even when times get tough, just hang in there and keep going.
Keep on keeping on
No matter how hard it gets, just keep on keeping on.