tenacity
Translation
tenacity, persistence, determination
Examples
She showed great tenacity in pursuing her goals.
She showed great tenacity in pursuing her goals.
The tenacity of the weed makes it hard to remove.
The tenacity of the weed makes it hard to remove.
Grammar Patterns
tenacity ((in sth.)) persistence in an activity She showed great tenacity in pursuing her goals.
Similar Words
Synonyms: persistence, determination; Antonyms: weakness, indecision
Etymology
From Latin 'tenere' (to hold), meaning 'the quality of holding fast'.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'tenacious' tennis player who holds on to every point.