Synonyms/Hypernyms (Ordered by Estimated Frequency) of noun perseveration

2 senses of perseveration

Sense 1
perseveration -- (the tendency for a memory or idea to persist or recur without any apparent stimulus for it)
       => inclination, disposition, tendency -- (an attitude of mind especially one that favors one alternative over others; "he had an inclination to give up too easily"; "a tendency to be too strict")

Sense 2
perseverance, persistence, perseveration -- (the act of persisting or persevering; continuing or repeating behavior; "his perseveration continued to the point where it was no longer appropriate")
       => continuance, continuation -- (the act of continuing an activity without interruption)