insisted
|in-sist-ed|
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/ɪnˈsɪstɪd/
(insist)
demand forcefully
Etymology
Etymology Information
'insist' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'insistere,' where 'in-' meant 'upon' and 'sistere' meant 'to stand.'
Historical Evolution
'insistere' transformed into the French word 'insister,' and eventually became the modern English word 'insist' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to stand upon something,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to demand something forcefully.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
past tense or past participle form of 'insist'.
She insisted on going to the party despite the rain.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45