Perseveringly

Part of speech: adverb

Definitions

1. In a way that emphasizes persistent and steadfast efforts In a manner that showcases unwavering dedication despite obstacles Showing tireless resolve in the pursuit of a given aim
2. Done with steady and continuous effort despite difficulties
3. Acted upon with consistent and unyielding resolve over time

Etymology: "Perseveringly" is a plain formation: the adjective "persevering" with the suffix "-ly" added. The adjective itself is the present participle of "persevere," which came into English from French and ultimately from Latin "perseverare," meaning to persist steadfastly. The suffix carries an older history of its own. The "-ly" ending descends from an Old English "-līċe," which was attached to adjectives to form adverbs of manner, and it traces back through Proto-Germanic "-līkō" to the same root as the word "like," so "perseveringly" literally means "in a persevering like manner." Because "-ly" is so productive, adding it to a participle like "persevering" is a routine step rather than a special coinage. The result is an adverb that describes how an action is carried out, namely with the steadiness the adjective names.

Synonyms: tenaciously, steadfastly