Commentary: INSISTENCE[+event][+communication][+demand][+emphatic]
NOTE: implies an emphatic demand made by a specific agent or person
Examples:
Her insistence that we all drive in one car to the restaurant annoyed Tom.
They admire him for his insistence on balancing the budget.
Mappings:
PropBank: insistence.01
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 1
Commentary: INSISTENCE[+state][+specific][+urgency]
NOTE: implies a pressing or urgent specific situation
Examples:
The insistence of hunger kept them awake through the night.
She had to cancel our dinner because of the insistence of work-related issues.
Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 2
Commentary: INSISTENCE[+state][+general][+requirement]
NOTE: refers to a general ongoing state of requirement
Examples:
Insistence now on good grammar will help these students succeed later in the job market.
That luxury car manufacturer is famous for its insistence on quality.
Mappings:
PropBank: NM
WordNet 3.0 Sense Numbers: 3