Words / B1

in-SIST/ɪnˈsɪst/

Insist means say firmly that something is true or must happen. Insist on + -ing / noun: insist on paying. Insist that + clause. Suggest is gentle; demand is even stronger than insist. Insistence is the noun. A common error is “insist to do” — use on + -ing.

Meaning

To say firmly that something is true or must happen.

Examples

• “She insisted on paying for dinner.”
• “He insisted that the figures were correct.”
• “They insisted on seeing the manager.”

Good to know

insist on + -ing. insist that. Not “insist to.” Stronger: demand.

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