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Synonyms & Similar Words
persistence
determination
grit
resolve
firmness
steadfastness
fortitude
strength
courage
obstinacy
stubbornness
doggedness
perseverance
tenaciousness
insistence
assertiveness
decisiveness
resoluteness
unwaveringness
unyieldingness
inflexibility
rigidity
toughness
hardness
solidity
fixedness
stability
steadiness
solidity
intransigence
bullheadedness
mulishness
obstreperousness
refractoriness
Meaning of Tenacity
According to Merriam-Webster, tenacity refers to the quality or state of being tenacious, meaning holding fast to a goal or objective.
Definitions
- The Oxford English Dictionary defines tenacity as the quality of being persistent and stubborn in one's efforts or goals.
- The Cambridge Dictionary describes tenacity as the quality of being very determined and refusing to give up.
Example Uses
- The athlete's tenacity and dedication to training paid off when she won the championship.
- The team's tenacity in the face of adversity inspired their fans and helped them to overcome their opponents.
- The researcher's tenacity in pursuing her hypothesis led to a groundbreaking discovery.
- The company's tenacity in the market has allowed it to maintain its position despite intense competition.
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
weakness
lack of determination
indecisiveness
irresoluteness
yieldingness
flexibility
pliability
softness
gentleness
mildness
meekness
submissiveness
compliance
acquiescence
surrender
capitulation
abandonment
desertion
timidity
cowardice
faintness
fragility