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   Te·nac·i·ty

   /təˈnasədē/

   

   noun

   • 1. the quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; grip: "the sheer tenacity of the limpet"
   • ▪ the quality or fact of being very determined; determination: "you have to admire the tenacity of these two guys"
   • ▪ the quality or fact of continuing to exist; persistence: "the tenacity of certain myths within the historical record"

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishTENACITY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   TENACITY | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary. Meaning of tenacity in English. tenacity. noun [ U ] uk / təˈnæs.ə.ti / us / təˈnæs.ə.t̬i / Add to word list. the determination to continue what you are doing. Synonyms. perseverance approving. persistence. Thesaurus: synonyms, antonyms, and examples. the ability to keep doing something difficult.

3. www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com › definition › englishtenacity noun - Definition, pictures, pronunciation and usage...

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   Check pronunciation: tenacity. Definition of tenacity noun in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

4. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishTENACITY definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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   4 days ago · uncountable noun. If you have tenacity, you are very determined and do not give up easily . Talent, hard work and sheer tenacity are all crucial to career success. More Synonyms of tenacity. Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner’s Dictionary. Copyright © HarperCollins Publishers.

5. www.thefreedictionary.com › tenacityTenacity - definition of tenacity by The Free Dictionary

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   1. a. Extremely persistent in adhering to or doing something; stubborn or relentless: "tenacious defenders of their harsh and pitiless land" (Dee Brown). b. Characterized by extreme persistence; relentless or enduring: tenacious detective work; tenacious superstitions. 2. Holding together firmly; cohesive: a tenacious material. 3.

6. en.wiktionary.org › wiki › tenacitytenacity - Wiktionary, the free dictionary

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   Apr 9, 2024 · The quality or state of being tenacious, or persistence of purpose; tenaciousness . The quality of bodies which keeps them from parting without considerable force, as distinguished from brittleness, fragility, mobility, etc. The effect of this attraction, cohesiveness.

7. www.wordreference.com › definition › tenacitytenacity - WordReference.com Dictionary of English

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   See perseverance. WordReference Random House Learner's Dictionary of American English © 2024. te•na•cious /təˈneɪʃəs/ adj. holding tightly: a tenacious grip. highly retentive: a tenacious memory. unwilling to give in, weaken, or surrender: tenacious in spite of all the obstacles in his path. te•na•cious•ly, adv.

8. www.betterwordsonline.com › dictionary › tenacityTenacity - Definition, Meaning, Synonyms, Etymology

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   Dictionary definition of tenacity. The quality or fact of being very determined without giving up, despite obstacles or setbacks. "Her tenacity and determination were key to her success in the field." Detailed meaning of tenacity.