insistence

== English == === Etymology === From Middle English insistence, derived from Old French insister (“to insist”). Compare Middle French insistance. Morphologically insist +‎ -ence. === Pronunciation === IPA(key): /ɪnˈsɪstəns/ Rhymes: -ɪstəns === Noun === insistence (countable and uncountable, plural insistences) The state of being insistent. An urgent demand. (fencing) The forcing of an attack through the parry, using strength. ==== Synonyms ==== See also Thesaurus:obstinacy ==== Derived terms ==== ==== Related terms ==== insist ==== Translations ====