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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'.

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