Antonyms for insist on


Grammar : Verb
Spell : in-sist
Phonetic Transcription : ɪnˈsɪst


Definition of insist on

Origin :
  • 1580s, from Latin insistere "persist, dwell upon, stand upon," from in- "upon" (see in- (2)) + sistere "take a stand" (see assist). Perhaps in some cases a back-formation from insistence. Related: Insisted; insisting.
  • As in press : verb pressure, trouble
  • As in badger : verb nag, bother
  • As in urge : verb beg, push for, encourage
  • As in italicize : verb emphasize
  • As in demand : verb ask strongly for something
  • As in emphasize : verb stress, give priority to
  • As in enforce : verb put a rule, plan in force
  • As in expect : verb want, wish

Synonyms for insist on

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