Bilbao Guggenheim. The Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao is not only one of the most famous 20th century buildings globally, but it is credited with the current phenomenon of so-called âiconic architectureâ [of course iconic architecture has existed long before the Bilbao Guggenheim].
Definition of venerable. 1  1 : deserving to be venerated âused as a title for an Anglican archdeacon or for a Roman Catholic who has been accorded the lowest of three degrees of recognition for sanctity. 2  2 : made sacred especially by religious or historical association.
noun perÂ·sisÂ·tence \pÉr-Ësis-tÉn(t)s, -Ëzis-\. Tweet. : the quality that allows someone to continue doing something or trying to do something even though it is difficult or opposed by other people. : the state of occurring or existing beyond the usual, expected, or normal time.ull Definition of PERSISTENCE. 1. : the action or fact of persisting. 2. : the quality or state of being persistent; especially: perseverance. See persistence defined for English-language learners. See persistence defined for kids. ADVERTISEMENT.