(instransitive, chiefly psychology) To persist in doing something; to continue to repeat an action after the original stimulus has ended.

simple past tense and past participle of perseverate

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of perseverate

(intransitive) To persist steadfastly in pursuit of an undertaking, task, journey, or goal, even if hindered by distraction, difficulty, obstacles, or discouragement.

plural of perseveration

(psychology) Uncontrollable repetition of a particular response, such as a word, phrase, or gesture, despite the absence or cessation of a stimulus, usually caused by brain injury or other organic disorder.

Continuing in a course of action without regard to discouragement, opposition or previous failure.

Third-person singular simple present indicative form of persevere

Misspelling of perseverance.

Enduring; persistent, resistant.