Perseverate

adjective/pə(ɹ)ˈsɛvəɹeɪt/psychology
Definition
Repeat or prolong an action, thought, or utterance after the stimulus that prompted it has ceased.
Synonyms
obsess, keep on, harp
In a sentence
  • She perseverated on the edge case long after the team had moved on.
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Notes/vocab.csv
added 2026-04-02