Words Related To Persistence

verb to establish (an attitude, habit, or belief) so firmly that change is very difficult or unlikely

• The new policy aims to entrench the company's position in the market.
• We need to entrench ourselves in the industry by building strong relationships.
• Let's entrench ourselves at the front of the line for the concert.
• His beliefs were deeply entrenched and difficult to change.

adjective extending for a long period of time

• The patient experienced prolonged symptoms after the surgery.
• She had a prolonged wait at the doctor's office.
• I can't deal with this prolonged meeting anymore.
• The prolonged silence between them spoke volumes.