What does insistence mean?
Insistence means The state of being insistent..
Insistence
/ɪnˈsɪstəns/ · noun
Meaning
The state of being insistent..
Definitions by Sense
- The state of being insistent.
- An urgent demand.
- (fencing) The forcing of an attack through the parry, using strength.
Example Sentences
He made gourd-rattles (known in ever so many parts of the world) in which he rattled dried seeds or small pebbles with a most beguiling and rain-like insistence[.]
The extreme depth of these channels, and the insistence of the Board of Trade on a headway of 150 ft. for the unrestricted passage of large ships, necessitated a high bridge with two main spans, and a central pier on Inchgarvie.
Synonyms for insistence
Antonyms for insistence
Related Words
Word Forms
- insistences
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for insistence?
Common synonyms include press, pressure, imperativeness, insistency.
What is the opposite of insistence?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use insistence in a sentence?
He made gourd-rattles (known in ever so many parts of the world) in which he rattled dried seeds or small pebbles with a most beguiling and rain-like insistence[.]
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