Definition of perseveration Perseveration

per•sev•e•ra•tion

We found 4 definitions of perseveration from 3 different sources.

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What does perseveration mean?

WordNet

WordNet by Princeton University

Noun

Plural: perseverations

perseveration - the tendency for a memory or idea to persist or recur without any apparent stimulus for it
  disposition, tendency, inclination your usual mood; "he has a happy disposition"
perseveration - the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior; "his perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate"
  perseverance, persistence
  continuance, continuation the act of continuing an activity without interruption
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  • perseveration
    The repeating of words, motions, or tasks.

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Sign Language

perseveration in sign language
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