perseverance
/ˌpɜːsəˈvɪəɹəns/
Group 21Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (noun)
- Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success GRE
Example in Context
Her perseverance through years of rejection finally paid off when a major publisher accepted the manuscript that had been turned down thirty-seven times.
Synonyms
persistencegritdetermination
Etymology
To keep going through difficulties without severing ties to your goals.
- per- (Latin) — through
- severare (Latin) — to sever
Memory Aid
👜Sounds like “purse of clearance”
Imagine a PURSE filled with CLEARANCE items that you keep digging through despite the chaos — that's PERSEVERANCE!
Visual Association
🏋️A determined athlete lifting weights, sweat pouring down, as they push through the toughest part of their workout.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does “perseverance” mean on the GRE?
perseverance (noun) means “Persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success”. Her perseverance through years of rejection finally paid off when a major publisher accepted the manuscript that had been turned down thirty-seven times.
How to remember “perseverance” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “perseverance” sounds like “purse of clearance”. Imagine a PURSE filled with CLEARANCE items that you keep digging through despite the chaos — that's PERSEVERANCE!
What are synonyms for “perseverance”?
Common synonyms: persistence, grit, determination.