Meaning of the word persisted in English

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

persisted

US /pərˈsɪstɪd/
UK /pəˈsɪstɪd/

Verb

continued firmly or obstinately in an opinion or a course of action in spite of difficulty or opposition

Example:
She persisted with her studies despite financial difficulties.
The rain persisted throughout the night.