Meaning of the word insists in English

What does insists mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

insists

US /ɪnˈsɪsts/
UK /ɪnˈsɪsts/

Verb

demand something forcefully, not accepting refusal

Example:
She always insists on paying for dinner.
He insists that he saw a ghost.