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perseveringly

/ˌpɜːrsəˈvɪərɪŋli/
per · se · ver · ing · ly
Adjective:persevering
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• adverb

1

In a persevering manner; with steady persistence and continued effort despite difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.

Example

"She worked perseveringly on the archival translation for three years until every fragment was deciphered."

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• Nearby Words

perseverance
perseverant
persevere
perseveringly
persia
persian
persian buttercup

Word Origin & Etymology

Formed from the participial adjective persevering plus the adverbial suffix -ly; ultimately derived from Latin perseverare, meaning 'to abide by strictly' or 'to continue steadfastly' (from per-, 'thoroughly', and severus, 'strict, serious').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Perseveringly. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/perseveringly
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