tenacity

noun

te·nac·i·ty tə-ˈna-sə-tē How to pronounce tenacity (audio)

: the quality or state of being tenacious

Example Sentences

If there is a particular tenacity in Islamist forms of terrorism today, this is a product not of Islamic scripture but of the current historical circumstance that many Muslims live in places of intense political conflict.

Max Rodenbeck, New York Book Review, 30 Nov. 2006 … everything about a person, even the most blameless of facts, can have the sticky tenacity of a secret.

Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2002 A tribute to tenacity, the free ascent of Trango Tower was the fulfillment of a cowboy climber's dream.

Todd Skinner, National Geographic, April 1996

Recent Examples on the Web During her unanimous decision victory over Teneisha Tennant, Wolf showed tenacity, dangerous striking ability and a willingness to come forward — things that caught White’s eye.

Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2022 The test doesn’t measure character, creativity, tenacity, mettle or any other personal characteristic a student would need to become a successful lawyer.

WSJ, 4 Aug. 2022 The Marlin in its face is a symbol of tenacity, commitment, and perseverance.

Laxmi Corp, The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 July 2022 Richards recalled a particular trip with Ms. McGuiness that demonstrated her tenacity.

Neil Genzlinger, BostonGlobe.com, 20 Aug. 2022 As far as the Lakers’ rookies, point guard Scotty Pippen Jr. has impressed scouts with his defensive tenacity, one scout compared him to New Orleans guard Jose Alvarado.

Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2022 Others may admire your tenacity and say so, impressed by your ability to grow and accept direction from others while still taking initiative in your life.

Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2022 Former colleague Scott Hawkins, who now works in software licensing and partner relations at Nintendo, remembers his tenacity in the face of competition.

Matt Gardner, Forbes, 27 June 2022 In the midst of all our challenges and all the hate, violence, and vitriol, our passion for what is possible is renewed by a recognition of meaningful steps born of our tears and our tenacity.

Maya Wiley, The New Republic, 27 May 2022 See More

tenacity

noun

as in persistence

ability or willingness to carry on despite danger, difficulty, or obstacle Although they appeared to be losing badly, the home team's tenacity allowed them to make a comeback and clinch the victory.

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determination
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stomach
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spunk
pluck
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fearlessness
backbone
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daring
valor
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pecker
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heart
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Antonyms & Near Antonyms

timidity
hesitation
indecision
indecisiveness
irresolution
softness
weakness
fearfulness
feebleness
timorousness
faintheartedness
cold feet
impotence
ineffectualness
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Synonym Chooser

Some common synonyms of tenacity are courage, mettle, resolution, and spirit. While all these words mean "mental or moral strength to resist opposition, danger, or hardship," tenacity adds to resolution implications of stubborn persistence and unwillingness to admit defeat.

held to their beliefs with great tenacity

While the synonyms courage and tenacity are close in meaning, courage implies firmness of mind and will in the face of danger or extreme difficulty.

the courage to support unpopular causes

The synonyms mettle and tenacity are sometimes interchangeable, but mettle suggests an ingrained capacity for meeting strain or difficulty with fortitude and resilience.

a challenge that will test your mettle

Although the words resolution and tenacity have much in common, resolution stresses firm determination to achieve one's ends.

the resolution of pioneer women

The meanings of spirit and tenacity largely overlap; however, spirit also suggests a quality of temperament enabling one to hold one's own or keep up one's morale when opposed or threatened.

her spirit was unbroken by failure

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释义	tenacity noun te·nac·i·ty tə-ˈna-sə-tē : the quality or state of being tenacious Example Sentences If there is a particular tenacity in Islamist forms of terrorism today, this is a product not of Islamic scripture but of the current historical circumstance that many Muslims live in places of intense political conflict. Max Rodenbeck, New York Book Review, 30 Nov. 2006 … everything about a person, even the most blameless of facts, can have the sticky tenacity of a secret. Anthony Lane, New Yorker, 12 Aug. 2002 A tribute to tenacity, the free ascent of Trango Tower was the fulfillment of a cowboy climber's dream. Todd Skinner, National Geographic, April 1996 Recent Examples on the Web During her unanimous decision victory over Teneisha Tennant, Wolf showed tenacity, dangerous striking ability and a willingness to come forward — things that caught White’s eye. Ivan Carter, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 Sep. 2022 The test doesn’t measure character, creativity, tenacity, mettle or any other personal characteristic a student would need to become a successful lawyer. WSJ, 4 Aug. 2022 The Marlin in its face is a symbol of tenacity, commitment, and perseverance. Laxmi Corp, The Salt Lake Tribune, 12 July 2022 Richards recalled a particular trip with Ms. McGuiness that demonstrated her tenacity. Neil Genzlinger, BostonGlobe.com, 20 Aug. 2022 As far as the Lakers’ rookies, point guard Scotty Pippen Jr. has impressed scouts with his defensive tenacity, one scout compared him to New Orleans guard Jose Alvarado. Dan Woike, Los Angeles Times, 11 July 2022 Others may admire your tenacity and say so, impressed by your ability to grow and accept direction from others while still taking initiative in your life. Chicago Tribune, 2 July 2022 Former colleague Scott Hawkins, who now works in software licensing and partner relations at Nintendo, remembers his tenacity in the face of competition. Matt Gardner, Forbes, 27 June 2022 In the midst of all our challenges and all the hate, violence, and vitriol, our passion for what is possible is renewed by a recognition of meaningful steps born of our tears and our tenacity. Maya Wiley, The New Republic, 27 May 2022 See More Word History Etymology Middle English tenacite, borrowed from Middle French tenacité, borrowed from Latin tenācitāt-, tenācitās, from tenāc-, tenāx "holding fast, tenacious" + -itāt- -itās -ity First Known Use 15th century, in the meaning defined above Kids Definition tenacity noun te·nac·i·ty tə-ˈna-sə-tē : the quality or state of being persistent The dog held his bone with tenacity. tenacity noun as in persistence ability or willingness to carry on despite danger, difficulty, or obstacle Although they appeared to be losing badly, the home team's tenacity allowed them to make a comeback and clinch the victory. Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance persistence persistency stamina determination perseverance endurance tenaciousness prowess courage doggedness fortitude grit bravery gumption nerve courageousness heroism resolution stomach boldness spunk pluck mettle audacity fearlessness backbone temper pluckiness fiber temerity daring valor effrontery gallantry intrepidity gall brazenness cojones stoutness virtue intrepidness hardihood moxie gutsiness dauntlessness daringness guts pecker cheek heart bottle greatheartedness intestinal fortitude doughtiness Antonyms & Near Antonyms timidity hesitation indecision indecisiveness irresolution softness weakness fearfulness feebleness timorousness faintheartedness cold feet impotence ineffectualness mousiness See More Synonym Chooser Some common synonyms of tenacity are courage, mettle, resolution, and spirit. While all these words mean "mental or moral strength to resist opposition, danger, or hardship," tenacity adds to resolution implications of stubborn persistence and unwillingness to admit defeat. held to their beliefs with great tenacity While the synonyms courage and tenacity are close in meaning, courage implies firmness of mind and will in the face of danger or extreme difficulty. the courage to support unpopular causes The synonyms mettle and tenacity are sometimes interchangeable, but mettle suggests an ingrained capacity for meeting strain or difficulty with fortitude and resilience. a challenge that will test your mettle Although the words resolution and tenacity have much in common, resolution stresses firm determination to achieve one's ends. the resolution of pioneer women The meanings of spirit and tenacity largely overlap; however, spirit also suggests a quality of temperament enabling one to hold one's own or keep up one's morale when opposed or threatened. her spirit was unbroken by failure
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tenacity

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