Insist
/ɪnˈsɪst/
Definitions
To demand something or state something firmly, often repeatedly.
/ɪnˈsɪst/
To demand or state firmly and repeatedly.
She insisted on seeing the evidence before making a decision.
💡 Simply: Imagine you *really* want something, like the last slice of pizza. You keep saying you want it, even if others try to change your mind. That's insisting!
👶 For kids: To say something very firmly and not change your mind.
More Examples
The teacher insisted that the students finish their homework.
He insisted that he was telling the truth, even though no one believed him.
The doctor insisted on regular check-ups.
How It's Used
"The protestors insisted on their demands for reform."
"The manager insisted on a strict adherence to the deadline."
"She insisted on paying her share of the bill."
Idioms & expressions
insist on something
To demand or strongly request something.
"The customer insisted on a full refund."
insist that
To firmly state a belief or fact, and often repeatedly.
"She insisted that she was innocent."
From Latin *insistere* 'to stand upon, persist', from *in-* 'on' + *sistere* 'to cause to stand'.
The word 'insist' has been used since the 16th century to mean to be emphatic in saying something.
Memory tip
Imagine IN-SISTing on sitting in a chair, not letting anyone else have it.
Word Origin
"to stand upon, persist"