Basic Details
Word: Persevere
Part of Speech: Verb
Meaning: To keep trying to do something even when it is difficult.
Synonyms: Persist, endure, continue
Antonyms: Give up, surrender, quit
Idioms and Phrases
- When the going gets tough, the tough get going: This means that when faced with challenges, strong people keep working hard. Example: "She faced many setbacks, but she knew that when the going gets tough, the tough get going."
- Keep your chin up: This phrase encourages someone to stay positive and keep trying despite difficulties. Example: "Even when things were hard, he always told me to keep my chin up and carry on."
Usage Examples
Example 1: Even though he struggled with his studies, he continued to persevere and eventually passed his exams.
Example 2: The athlete had to persevere through many injuries before reaching the championship.
Example 3: With determination, she chose to persevere in her art despite the challenges she faced.
Fun Fact
The word "persevere" comes from the Latin word "perseverare," which means "to persist." This word has been used in English since the 15th century to encourage people to keep going despite difficulties.
Famous Quote
"It does not matter how slowly you go as long as you do not stop." Confucius
Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)
1. What does "persevere" mean?
a) To stop trying
b) To keep trying even when it is difficult
c) To ask for help
d) To complete something easily
Answer: b) To keep trying even when it is difficult
2. Which of these is a synonym of "persevere"?
a) Give up
b) Surrender
c) Endure
d) Quit
Answer: c) Endure
3. What is an antonym of "persevere"?
a) Continue
b) Quit
c) Persist
d) Endure
Answer: b) Quit
4. Which sentence uses "persevere" correctly?
a) She chose to persevere in her garden, even when the weather was bad.
b) He wanted to persevere all the way to the moon.
c) They decided to persevere every game they played without taking a break.
d) She will persevere her book on the table.
Answer: a) She chose to persevere in her garden, even when the weather was bad.
5. Which idiom suggests staying positive despite challenges?
a) When the going gets tough, the tough get going
b) Every cloud has a silver lining
c) A bird in the hand is worth two in the bush
d) Pieces of cake are easy to make
Answer: a) When the going gets tough, the tough get going
