Persistant vs. Persistent: What's the Difference?
Edited by Sumera Saeed || By Sawaira Riaz || Published on October 31, 2023
"Persistant" is an incorrect spelling, whereas "Persistent" is correct, meaning continuing steadfastly or obstinately.
Which is correct: Persistant or Persistent
How to spell Persistent?
Persistant is Incorrect
Persistent is Correct
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Key Differences
"Persistent" is like "insistent," both containing an "e" not an "a."
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Think of "persist + ent," as in "continuing" (persist) in a state (ent).
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Recall "consistent," which is spelled with an "e," similar to "persistent."
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Remember, "I am persistent," using "I" before "e" in the spelling.
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Link "persistent" with "resistent," both correctly spelled with an "e."
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Persistant and Persistent Definitions
Persistent
"Persistent" describes someone who continues firmly in a course of action despite difficulties
His persistent efforts paid off.
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It indicates something that continues to exist or occur over a prolonged period
Persistent rumors continued to circulate.
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Persistent
Insistently repetitive or continuous
A persistent honking of car horns.
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Persistent
Existing or remaining in the same state for an indefinitely long time; enduring
Persistent rumors.
A persistent infection.
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Persistent
(Botany) Lasting past maturity without falling off, as the calyx on an eggplant or the scales of a pine cone.
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Persistent
(Zoology) Retained permanently, rather than disappearing in an early stage of development
The persistent gills of fishes.
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Persistent
Obstinately refusing to give up or let go.
She has had a persistent cough for weeks.
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Persistent
Insistently repetitive.
There was a persistent knocking on the door.
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Indefinitely continuous.
There have been persistent rumours for years.
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Persistent
(botany) Lasting past maturity without falling off.
Pine cones have persistent scales.
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Persistent
(computing) Of data or a data structure: not transient or temporary, but remaining in existence after the termination of the program that creates it.
Once written to a disk file, the data becomes persistent: it will still be there tomorrow when we run the next program.
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Persistent
(mathematics) Describing a fractal process that has a positive Brown function
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Persistent
Inclined to persist; having staying qualities; tenacious of position or purpose.
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Remaining beyond the period when parts of the same kind sometimes fall off or are absorbed; permanent; as, persistent teeth or gills; a persistent calyx; - opposed to deciduous, and caducous.
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Persistent
Continually recurring to the mind;
Haunting memories
The cathedral organ and the distant voices have a haunting beauty
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Persistent
Retained; not shed;
Persistent leaves remain attached past maturity
The persistent gills of fishes
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Persistent
"Persistent" can refer to recurring
She was bothered by a persistent cough.
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Persistent
It suggests resistance to treatment or cure
The condition was persistent.
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Persistent
"Persistent" can mean constantly repeated
He received persistent phone calls.
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FAQs
What is the root word of Persistent?
The root word is the Latin "persistere."
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What is the plural form of Persistent?
Adjectives like "persistent" don't have a plural form.
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Is Persistent an adverb?
No, it's not an adverb, but it has an adverb form: "persistently."
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Why is it called Persistent?
It's called "persistent" because it comes from Latin "persistere" meaning to continue steadfastly.
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Which vowel is used before Persistent?
The vowel "e" is used before "persistent."
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Is Persistent a negative or positive word?
It's neutral, but can have positive or negative connotations depending on context.
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What is the pronunciation of Persistent?
Persistent is pronounced as per-sist-uhnt.
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What is the singular form of Persistent?
"Persistent" is an adjective, so it doesn't have a singular or plural form.
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Which preposition is used with Persistent?
Prepositions like "in" (persistent in) or "about" (persistent about) can be used.
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Which conjunction is used with Persistent?
Standard conjunctions like "and" or "but" can be used.
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Is Persistent a countable noun?
"Persistent" is not a noun; it's an adjective.
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What is another term for Persistent?
Another term could be "tenacious" or "constant."
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Which determiner is used with Persistent?
Determiners like "the" or "his" can be used, depending on context.
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What is a stressed syllable in Persistent?
The first syllable "per" is stressed.
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How is Persistent used in a sentence?
"Despite the challenges, she remained persistent in pursuing her goals."
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What is the opposite of Persistent?
The opposite could be "inconsistent" or "fleeting."
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What is the first form of Persistent?
As an adjective, it doesn’t have forms like verbs do.
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What is the second form of Persistent?
Adjectives don’t have different forms.
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Which article is used with Persistent?
"Persistent" can be used with "the," "a," or "an" depending on the sentence.
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Is the Persistent term a metaphor?
No, it's not typically a metaphor, but it could be used metaphorically.
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About Author
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Sawaira RiazSawaira is a dedicated content editor at difference.wiki, where she meticulously refines articles to ensure clarity and accuracy. With a keen eye for detail, she upholds the site's commitment to delivering insightful and precise content.
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Sumera SaeedSumera is an experienced content writer and editor with a niche in comparative analysis. At Diffeence Wiki, she crafts clear and unbiased comparisons to guide readers in making informed decisions. With a dedication to thorough research and quality, Sumera's work stands out in the digital realm. Off the clock, she enjoys reading and exploring diverse cultures.
