Perserverence vs. Perseverance
Edited by Huma Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Updated on September 15, 2023
"Perserverence" is the incorrect spelling; the correct version is "Perseverance," which means the quality of persisting through difficulties.
Which is correct: Perserverence or Perseverance
How to spell Perseverance?
Perserverence is Incorrect
Perseverance is Correct
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Key Differences
The word has 'severe' in it, indicating the severity of effort required to persevere.
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Sep 15, 2023
Think "severe" for the middle part to remember that it's "sev," not "ser."
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Sep 15, 2023
Remember, perseverance helps you 'sever' obstacles, not 'ser' them.
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The word aligns with 'severe' as both share 'e-v-e' in the middle.
Janet White
Sep 15, 2023
"Perseverance" and "persistence" both start with "pers-," not "perser-."
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Sep 15, 2023
Perserverence and Perseverance Definitions
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Perseverance
Perseverance is the quality of enduring hardship to achieve a goal.
The student showed great perseverance in studying for the exam.
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Perseverance
Perseverance refers to steadfastness in purpose or task.
The artist's perseverance paid off when he finally got an exhibit.
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Perseverance
Perseverance is the act of persisting in a course of action despite challenges.
Her perseverance led her to finish the marathon.
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Perseverance
Perseverance is the resolve to keep going, no matter the odds.
His perseverance enabled him to overcome numerous obstacles.
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Perseverance
Steady persistence in adhering to a course of action, a belief, or a purpose; steadfastness.
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Perseverance
(Christianity) The Calvinistic doctrine that those who have been chosen by God will continue in a state of grace to the end and will finally be saved.
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Perseverance
Continuing in a course of action without regard to discouragement, opposition or previous failure.
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Perseverance
The act of persevering; persistence in anything undertaken; continued pursuit or prosecution of any business, or enterprise begun.
Whose constant perseverance overcameWhate'er his cruel malice could invent.
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Perseverance
Continuance in a state of grace until it is succeeded by a state of glory; sometimes called final perseverance, and the perseverance of the saints. See Calvinism.
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Perseverance
The act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior;
His perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate
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Perseverance
Perseverance is the persistent pursuit of an aim or objective.
Perseverance is key in mastering any skill.
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FAQs
Why is it called Perseverance?
It's called "Perseverance" because it denotes the characteristic of persisting through difficulties or delays.
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Which vowel is used before Perseverance?
The vowel 'o' is often used, as in "of perseverance."
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Sep 15, 2023
What is the plural form of Perseverance?
The concept is generally considered uncountable, so it doesn't have a regular plural form.
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Which conjunction is used with Perseverance?
"And," as in "perseverance and dedication."
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Sep 15, 2023
Is Perseverance a negative or positive word?
Generally considered a positive word.
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Sep 15, 2023
What is the singular form of Perseverance?
"Perseverance" is already in its singular form.
Harlon Moss
Sep 15, 2023
Which determiner is used with Perseverance?
"His," "her," "their," etc., as in "his perseverance."
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Sep 15, 2023
Which preposition is used with Perseverance?
"With," as in "with perseverance."
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What is a stressed syllable in Perseverance?
The second syllable, "se," is stressed.
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What is the opposite of Perseverance?
The opposite could be "quitting" or "giving up."
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Sep 15, 2023
How is Perseverance used in a sentence?
"His perseverance was the key to his success."
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