Insistence ( noun , verb )

(As a noun)

Insistence ( noun )

  1. The act of insisting on something; the state of being insistent.
  2. The act of demanding attention or adherence to a course of action.

Origin:

From the latin word "insistere" which means "to stand firm".

Examples:

  1. His insistence on the new policy caused tension within the company.
  2. She was pleased by his insistence on paying for the meal.
  3. The insistence on perfection delayed the completion of the project.
  4. His insistence on being right caused many arguments.
  5. Her insistence on punctuality was admired by her colleagues.

(As a verb)

Insistence ( verb )

  1. The act of insisting on something; the state of being insistent.
  2. The act of demanding attention or adherence to a course of action.

Origin:

From the latin word "insistere" which means "to stand firm".

Examples:

  1. His insistence on the new policy caused tension within the company.
  2. She was pleased by his insistence on paying for the meal.
  3. The insistence on perfection delayed the completion of the project.
  4. His insistence on being right caused many arguments.
  5. Her insistence on punctuality was admired by her colleagues.
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