INSISTENCE Synonyms: 33 Similar and Opposite Words

insistence

noun

in-ˈsi-stən(t)s

Definition of insistence

as in declaration

a solemn and often public declaration of the truth or existence of something a continued insistence that there was a massive cover-up by the government

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Recent Examples of insistence When Denny strolls in, his parents figure out the mistake, their relief tested by the kidnapper’s insistence that the ransom remains the same. — David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 8 Oct. 2026 Across any fan base, there is an insistence that loyalty to the badge trumps all differences—a beautiful sentiment, until people open their mouths. — Vanda Mayer, New Yorker, 6 Oct. 2026 One is reminded of Toni Morrison, whose refusal to pander to the dominant gaze — whose insistence on writing about Black characters without regard for whoever else might be reading — unlocked its own kind of universality. — Sam Worley, Vulture, 5 Oct. 2026 Trump’s insistence on including certain details regarding Iran’s nuclear weapons program has emerged as a pressure point in negotiations, as have various ways to fully reopen the Strait of Hormuz and thus bring down global oil prices. — Carter Schroppe, The Washington Examiner, 3 Oct. 2026 See All Example Sentences for insistence

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Noun

The investigation continues and there has been no declaration by authorities that Andrew is clear of suspicion or anything remotely similar.

— Lizzie Lanuza, StyleCaster, 9 Oct. 2026
Aubry, whom Berry shares with ex-boyfriend Gabriel Aubry, spoke against her former stepfather Martinez and in support of her mother in a declaration filed Monday in Los Angeles Superior Court.

— Alexandra Del Rosario, Los Angeles Times, 8 Oct. 2026

Definition of declaration

Noun

Speaking to Fox News Digital, Kravetz dismissed assertions that her group relies on DSA tactics, emphasizing that CVPE supporters span the political spectrum.

— Louis Casiano, FOXNews.com, 9 Oct. 2026
Multiple individuals within the world of independent film backed up Skolnick’s assertions about his reputation and the wider industry to IndieWire.

— Adam B. Vary, IndieWire, 9 Oct. 2026

Definition of assertion

Noun

The lawsuit said Bakker and a guest made the cure claim during 11 episodes in February and March 2020.

— Arkansas Online, Arkansas Online, 7 Oct. 2026
Some defendants face additional allegations involving false claims of citizenship or fraudulent statements that rest on separate federal statutes.

— Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 6 Oct. 2026

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