Synonyms: perseverance, perseveration, persistence
Definition: the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior
Usage: his perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate
Similar words: continuance, continuation
Definition: the act of continuing an activity without interruption
Synonyms: doggedness, tenaciousness, tenacity, perseverance, persistence, persistency, pertinacity
Definition: persistent determination
Similar words: determination, purpose
Definition: the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose
Usage: his determination showed in his every movement; he is a man of purpose