"The defendant insisted on his innocence.; I insist that my secretary dresses nicely."
2.VerbTo demand continually that something happen or be done; to reiterate a demand despite requests to abandon it.
"The Prime Minister insisted on his Chancellor's resignation.; The Prime Minister insisted that his Chancellor resign.; I insist that my secretary dress nicely.; I know I promised to pay you back tomorrow, but it's not very convenient for me. Can we put it off to Friday? —I'm afraid I have to insist on what we agreed."
3.VerbTo stand (on); to rest (upon); to lean (upon).