Cool MateInsist
UK //ɪnˈsɪst//US //ɪnˈsɪst//
Definition
To firmly demand something or emphasize its importance.
In simple words: To demand something firmly
Examples
- She insisted on staying late to finish the project.
- He insists that we must follow the rules.
- The teacher insisted on students completing their homework.
- They insist that this method is the best way to learn.
- I insist on getting a refund for this faulty product.
Usage notes
Use 'insist' in formal and neutral settings. Avoid in casual conversations unless emphasizing strong feelings.
Grammar pattern
insist + on + verb-ing / insist + that + clause
Memory hint
Think of a strong person standing firm and refusing to back down.
Collocations
- insist on doing
- insist that
- insist upon
Synonyms
- demand
- maintain
- contend
- emphasize
Antonyms
- yield
- submit
- agree
Common mistakes
- Omitting 'on' when using verb-ing form
- Confusing with 'persist', which means to continue
- Using 'insist' without a strong personal statement