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- [in-sis-tuh nt]
- /ɪnˈsɪs tənt/
- /ɪnˈsɪs.tənt/
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- US Pronunciation
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- [in-sis-tuh nt]
- /ɪnˈsɪs tənt/
Definitions of insistent word
- adjective insistent earnest or emphatic in dwelling upon, maintaining, or demanding something; persistent; pertinacious. 1
- adjective insistent compelling attention or notice: an insistent tone. 1
- noun insistent Insisting or demanding something; not allowing refusal. 1
- adjective insistent person: demanding, persistent 1
- adjective insistent sound, action: incessant 1
- adjective insistent Someone who is insistent keeps insisting that a particular thing should be done or is the case. 0
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Origin of insistent
First appearance:
before 1615 One of the 41% oldest English words
1615-25; < Latin insistent- (stem of in-sistēns), present participle of insistere. See insist, -ent
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Parts of speech for Insistent
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adjective
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pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
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insistent popularity
A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 84% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.
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This diagram is provided by Google Ngram ViewerSynonyms for insistent
adj insistent
- unrelenting — not relenting; not yielding or swerving in determination or resolution, as of or from opinions, convictions, ambitions, ideals, etc.; inflexible: an unrelenting opponent of the Equal Rights Amendment.
- resolute — firmly resolved or determined; set in purpose or opinion: Her parents wanted her to marry, but she was focused on her education and remained resolute.
- forceful — full of force; powerful; vigorous; effective: a forceful plea for peace.
- persistent — persistence
- incessant — continuing without interruption; ceaseless; unending: an incessant noise.
adjective insistent
- adamant — If someone is adamant about something, they are determined not to change their mind about it.
- firm — not soft or yielding when pressed; comparatively solid, hard, stiff, or rigid: firm ground; firm texture.
- demanding — A demanding job or task requires a lot of your time, energy, or attention.
- emphatic — Showing or giving emphasis; expressing something forcibly and clearly.
- exigent — Pressing ; demanding.
Antonyms for insistent
adj insistent
- unimportant — of much or great significance or consequence: an important event in world history.
- insignificant — unimportant, trifling, or petty: Omit the insignificant details.
- trivial — of very little importance or value; insignificant: Don't bother me with trivial matters.
- disinterested — unbiased by personal interest or advantage; not influenced by selfish motives: a disinterested decision by the referee.
- indifferent — without interest or concern; not caring; apathetic: his indifferent attitude toward the suffering of others.
adjective insistent
- half-hearted — having or showing little enthusiasm: a halfhearted attempt to work.
- occasional — occurring or appearing at irregular or infrequent intervals; occurring now and then: an occasional headache.
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