Insistent

Pronunciation: /ɪnˈsɪstənt/

Definitions of insistent

adjective describing someone or something that is persistent and determined in demanding or insisting on something

Example Sentences

A1 She was insistent on getting her favorite ice cream flavor.

A2 The teacher was insistent that all students complete their homework on time.

B1 The customer was insistent on speaking to the manager about the issue.

B2 Despite his insistent demands, she refused to give in to his requests.

C1 The politician was insistent on implementing new policies to address climate change.

C2 Her insistent questioning eventually led to the truth being revealed.

Examples of insistent in a Sentence

formal The insistent knocking on the door made me wonder who could be so persistent.

informal She was insistent on getting her way no matter what.

slang My mom is so insistent about me cleaning my room, it's annoying.

figurative The insistent rain tapped on the window, creating a soothing rhythm.

Grammatical Forms of insistent

• past tense: insisted
• plural: insistents
• comparative: more insistent
• superlative: most insistent
• present tense: insist
• future tense: will insist
• perfect tense: have insisted
• continuous tense: is insisting
• singular: insistent
• positive degree: insistent
• infinitive: to insist
• gerund: insisting
• participle: insisting

Origin and Evolution of insistent

First Known Use: 0015 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'insistent' originated from the Latin word 'insistere' which means 'to stand upon'.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'insistent' has retained its core meaning of emphasizing or demanding something strongly, but it has also come to be used in a broader context to describe persistent or unwavering behavior or requests.