ALL meanings of persistently
per·sist·ent
P p - adjective persistently persisting, especially in spite of opposition, obstacles, discouragement, etc.; persevering: a most annoyingly persistent young man. 1
- adjective persistently lasting or enduring tenaciously: the persistent aroma of verbena; a persistent cough. 1
- adjective persistently constantly repeated; continued: persistent noise. 1
- adjective persistently Biology. continuing or permanent. having continuity of phylogenetic characteristics. 1
- adjective persistently Botany. remaining attached beyond the usual time, as flowers, flower parts, or leaves. 1
- adverb persistently continually or repeatedly 1
- adverb persistently in a dogged or determined way 1
- adverb persistently If something happens persistently, it happens again and again or for a long time. 0
- adverb persistently If someone does something persistently, they do it with determination even though it is difficult or other people are against it. 0