Words Like INSIST

We have put together a list of words that are similar to INSIST.

5 Alternative Words Similar to insist

1 Assert Verb      Synonym Words Like Assert
2 Posit Verb      Synonym Words Like Posit
3 Postulate Verb      Synonym Words Like Postulate
4 Asseverate Verb      Hyponym Words Like Asseverate
5 Maintain Verb      Hyponym Words Like Maintain

1 examples of insist

1 he insisted on these conditions; he insisted on going at once; he insists that he must have money.

10 definitions of insist

1 To stand or rest; to find support; -- with in, on, or upon.
2 To take a stand and refuse to give way; to hold to something firmly or determinedly; to be persistent, urgent, or pressing; to persist in demanding; -- followed by on, upon, or that
3 be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge
4 beg persistently and urgently
5 assert to be true
6 To be firm in a demand or course; refuse to yield: insisted on giving me a second helping.
7 To assert or demand (something) vehemently and persistently: We insist that you accept these gifts.
8 To stand or rest; find support: with on or upon.
9 To rest, dwell, or dilate earnestly or repeatedly; urge: with on or upon: as, I must insist upon your coming.
10 To assert or argue emphatically; express a desire or a belief with urgency or persistence.
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