Definition of Perseveration

1. Noun. The tendency for a memory or idea to persist or recur without any apparent stimulus for it.

Generic synonyms: Disposition, Inclination, Tendency
Derivative terms: Persevere

2. Noun. The act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior. "His perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate"
Exact synonyms: Perseverance, Persistence
Generic synonyms: Continuance, Continuation
Derivative terms: Persevere, Perseverate, Persevere, Persist

Definition of Perseveration

1. Noun. (psychology) Uncontrollable repetition of a particular response, such as a word, phrase, or gesture, despite the absence or cessation of a stimulus, usually caused by brain injury or other organic disorder. ¹

2. Noun. (psychology) The tendency to continue or repeat an act or activity after the cessation of the original stimulus. ¹

3. Noun. The act or an instance of persevering; perseverance. ¹

¹ Source: wiktionary.com

Definition of Perseveration

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Perseveration

1. 1. The constant repetition of a meaningless word or phrase. 2. The duration of a mental impression, measured by the rapidity with which one impression follows another as determined by the revolving of a two-coloured disk. 3. In clinical psychology, the uncontrollable repetition of a previously appropriate or correct response, even though the repeated response has since become inappropriate or incorrect. Origin: L. Persevero, to persist (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Perseveration

perseity
perself
perservere
perses
perseus
persever
perseverance
perseverance of the saints
perseverances
perseverant
perseverantly
perseverate
perseverated
perseverates
perseverating
perseveration (current term)
perseverations
perseverative
perseveratively
perseveraunce
perseveraunt
persevere
persevered
perseverent
perseveres
persevering
perseveringly
perseverings
persevers
persia

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