Definitions
There are 3 meanings of the word
Insist.
How to pronounce insist:
US
Insist - as a verb
Be emphatic or resolute and refuse to budge
Example: "I must insist!"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
take a firm standHypernyms (Closely Related)
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)
Beg persistently and urgently
Example: "I importune you to help them"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
importuneHypernyms (Closely Related)
begimploreprayHyponyms (Broadly Related)
Postulate positively and assertively
Example: "The letter asserts a free society"
Synonyms (Exact Relations)
assertExample Sentences
"She insists that she didn't steal the money."
"He insists on going to the concert tonight."
"They insist that they are innocent."
"I insist that you apologize for your behavior."
"She insists on paying for dinner."
Word Game Points
Is INSIST a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, insist is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
INSIST has a SCRABBLE points total of 6.
Is INSIST a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, insist is valid for Words With Friends
Valid WordINSIST has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 7.
Is INSIST a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, insist is valid for WordFeud
Valid WordINSIST has a WORDFEUD points total of 6.