Difference between revisions of "Perseverance"
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*2. The [[action]] or fact of continuing or remaining in a [[state]] of [[grace]], [[virtue]], or religious [[fidelity]]; (Theol.) continuance in a state of grace until death. In early use freq. in blessings. | *2. The [[action]] or fact of continuing or remaining in a [[state]] of [[grace]], [[virtue]], or religious [[fidelity]]; (Theol.) continuance in a state of grace until death. In early use freq. in blessings. | ||
| − | + | *3. Constancy, fidelity, esp. in [[love]]. Also personified. Obs. | |
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- 1. a. The fact, process, condition, or quality of persevering; constant persistence in a course of action or purpose; steadfast pursuit of an aim, esp. in the face of difficulty or obstacles; assiduity.
