perseverance

Definition

The quality of continuing steadfastly despite difficulties, obstacles, or discouragement.

Etymology

From Old French perseverance, from Latin perseverantia, from perseverare 'to persist' (per- 'through' + severus 'strict'). The word literally means 'to continue being strict or steadfast throughout.'

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