Basic Details
Word: Perseverance
Part of Speech: Noun
Meaning: The ability to keep going and not give up, even when things are difficult.
Synonyms: Persistence, determination, tenacity
Antonyms: Giving up, surrender, defeat
Idioms and Phrases
- When the going gets tough, the tough get going: This means that strong people continue to work hard even in difficult situations. Example: "When the exams were near, she studied every day because when the going gets tough, the tough get going."
- Fall down seven times, stand up eight: This means to keep trying and not give up, no matter how many times you fail. Example: "He didn't win the race, but he will fall down seven times and stand up eight to try again next time."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Her perseverance in learning to ride a bike paid off when she finally balanced on her own.
Example 2: With perseverance, he worked through every challenge in his studies and graduated with honours.
Example 3: The team's perseverance during the tough match led them to victory at the last moment.
Fun Fact
Did you know that the word "perseverance" comes from the Latin word "perseverantia," meaning "steadfastness"? It represents a strong resolve to keep going despite obstacles.
Famous Quote
"Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after the other." Walter Elliot
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "perseverance" mean?
a) The habit of giving up quickly
b) The ability to keep going when things are difficult
c) A type of animal
d) Making quick decisions
Answer: b) The ability to keep going when things are difficult
2. Which of these is a synonym of "perseverance"?
a) Surrender
b) Determination
c) Quitting
d) Relaxation
Answer: b) Determination
3. Which of these is an antonym of "perseverance"?
a) Tenacity
b) Persistence
c) Giving up
d) Stubbornness
Answer: c) Giving up
4. Which sentence uses "perseverance" correctly?
a) Her perseverance helped her finish the difficult puzzle.
b) Perseverance is a fun game to play.
c) He showed perseverance when he lost a race.
d) My dog has perseverance chasing squirrels.
Answer: a) Her perseverance helped her finish the difficult puzzle.
5. Which idiom relates to the idea of perseverance?
a) Fall down seven times, stand up eight
b) As easy as pie
c) The big fish eats the little fish
d) Cry over spilled milk
Answer: a) Fall down seven times, stand up eight
