perseverance
nounfeminine/pɨɾ.sɨ.vɨ.ˈɾɐ̃.sɐ/medium
per·se·ve·ran·ça
Definition
The quality of persevering; the action of persisting with constancy and firmness in a purpose, despite difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.
Her perseverance in learning the language finally paid off.
The project required great perseverance to be completed.
Idiomatic expressions
- Perseverance is the mother of success. (Proverb)
Etymology
Do latim 'perseverantia'.