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Definition insistence in American English

insistence noun

[uncountable] noun
/ɪnˈsɪstəns/
1

a very firm statement that something must happen or that something is true

Example

We applaud the president's insistence on tougher environmental laws.

Example

Despite his insistence that he wasn't involved, most people think he's dishonest.

Synonyms and related words
abjuration accusation a contradiction in terms
Definition insistence in American English