Continual, assiduous, chronic, and constant are all synonyms for persistent. Intermittent, occasional, and irresolute are antonyms of persistent. And here are 54 another word for persistent.
1. tenacious
2. continuing
The adjective "persistent" has a variety of synonyms that differ in length. 2 synonyms with 6 letters, 6 synonyms with 7 letters, 11 synonyms with 8 letters, 11 synonyms with 9 letters, 9 synonyms with 10 letters, 6 synonyms with 11 letters, 4 synonyms with 12 letters, and 2 synonyms with 13 letters, for a total of 51 synonyms for persistent.
She is persistent in her efforts.
His persistent attitude inspired everyone around.
They faced persistent challenges during negotiations.
Her persistent questions intrigued the professor.
| Word | Opposites | Synonyms |
|---|---|---|
| Replacement | Original, substitution | Substitute, alternative |
| Distinction | Similarity, uniformity | Difference, contrast |
| Sinister | Benevolent, kind | Menacing, threatening |
| Hypothesis | Act, certainty | Theory, theorem |
| Systematic | Disorganized, chaotic | Structured, methodical |
| Property | Loss, dispossession | Possessions, belongings |
| Inconsistent | Consistent, steady | Incompatible with, conflicting with |
| Assignment | Free time, leisure | Task, piece of work |
| Distort | Clarify, accurately represent | Twist, warp |
| Distorted | Clear, accurate | Warped, twisted |
| Unrealistic | Realistic, pragmatic, lifelike | Impractical, impracticable |
| Distraction | Focus, concentration | Diversion, interruption |
| Accomplishment | Failure, setback | Achievement, act |
| Resentment | Contentment, happiness | Bitterness, indignation |
| Attentive | Inattentive, inconsiderate | Alert, awake |
| Center | Edge, outskirts | Middle, core |
| Steady | Unstable, loose, shaky | Stable, balanced |
| Development | Decline, stagnation | Evolution, growth |
| Central | Side, extreme, outer | Middle, centre |
| Pretentious | Natural, unaffected | Affected, ostentatious |
| Distant | Near, recent | Faraway, far off |
| Masterpiece | Failure, mediocrity | Triumph, coup |
| At present | In the past, in the future | At the moment, just now |
| Present | Past, future, absent | In attendance, attending |
| Understand | Ignore, misunderstand, confuse | Appreciate, recognize |
| Adversity | Good times, prosperity, fortune | Misfortune, ill luck |
| Distance | Draw closer, friendliness | Interval, space |
| Enter | Leave, scratch | Go in/into, come in/into |
| Misunderstand | Grasp, understand correctly, get the right idea | Misapprehend, misinterpret |
| Misunderstanding | Harmony, clarity, agreement | Misinterpretation, misconstruction |
| Compliment | Insult, criticism | Flattering remark, tribute |
| Disturb | Calm, soothe | Disarrange, muddle |
| Eccentric | Ordinary, conventional | Unconventional, uncommon |
| Student | Teacher, instructor | Undergraduate, postgraduate |
| Transparent | Obscure, ambiguous | See-through, clear |
| Complacent | Dissatisfied, humble | Smug, self-satisfied |
| Coherent | Incoherent, muddled | Logical, reasoned |
| Extent | Limitation, restriction | Area, size |
| Entity | Nonentity, non-existence | Organization, institution |
| Relentless | Short-lived, irresolute, intermittent | Persistent, continuing |
| Prudent | Unwise, imprudent, incautious, extravagant | Wise, well judged |
| Entitle | Deny, restrict | Qualify, make eligible |
| Operation | Inactivity, idleness | Functioning, working |
| Document | Erase, delete | Official paper, legal paper |
| Steal | Give, donate | Purloin, thieve |
| Indifferent | Heedful, caring | Unconcerned about, apathetic about/towards |
| Silent | Audible, noisy | Completely quiet, still |
| Superficial | Deep, thorough | Surface, exterior |
| Distinctive | Common , ordinary | Distinguishing, characteristic |
| Incentive | Deterrent, disincentive | Inducement, motivation |
| Monster | Angel, hero | Fabulous creature, mythical creature |
| Mentor | Student, mentee | Adviser, guide |
| Entertainment | Boredom, drudgery | Amusement, pleasure |
| Excellent | Poor, inferior | Very good, superb |
| Insufficient | Sufficient, adequate | Inadequate, not enough |