| 1. steadfastness, constancy, endurance
1) in the NT the characteristic of a man who is not swerved from his deliberate purpose and his loyalty to faith and piety by even the greatest trials and sufferings 2) patiently, and steadfastly 2. a patient, steadfast waiting for 3. a patient enduring, sustaining, perseverance For Synonyms see entry G5861 |