insist
/ɪnˈsɪst/
in · sist
ɪn · ˈsɪst
English Definition
v. demand forcefully
Significado en Español
insistir
Nghĩa Tiếng Việt
khăng khăng, nhấn mạnh
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Memory Aid / 记忆技巧
in(emphasize)+sist(stand)
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Practice — Synonym (ISEE Verbal)
What is a synonym for the word “insist”?
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A
Demand
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B
Overlook
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C
Neglect
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D
Avoid
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A — Demand.
“insist” means v. demand forcefully
Common questions about “insist”
What does “insist” mean?
insist — v. demand forcefully. In Chinese: 坚持，强调.
How do you pronounce “insist”?
insist is pronounced /ɪnˈsɪst/. It breaks into 2 syllables: in · sist.
Is “insist” an ISEE Lower-level word?
Yes. insist appears on the iSEE Vocab Lower list, which covers 615 words for the ISEE and SSAT.
How can I remember “insist”?
in(emphasize)+sist(stand)
