tenacious

Meaning

Not readily letting go of, giving up, or separated from an object that one holds, a position, or a principle; persistent.

holding firmly to something; persistent and determined; not easily giving up

holding firmly to something; persistent and determined

Example Sentences

Her tenacious spirit helped her overcome hardships.

She was tenacious in pursuing her dreams despite many obstacles.

She was tenacious in pursuing her goals.

Synonyms

persistent, determined, unyielding, resolute, stubborn, steadfast

Entry 1

persistent, determined, unyielding

Entry 2

persistent, determined, resolute, stubborn

Entry 3

persistent, determined, resolute, steadfast, stubborn

Antonyms

weak, indecisive, hesitant, yielding, irresolute, giving up easily

Entry 1

weak, indecisive, hesitant

Entry 2

weak, yielding, irresolute, giving up easily

Entry 3

weak, yielding, irresolute

Collocations

tenacious fighter, tenacious grip, tenacious pursuit, tenacious spirit, tenacious memory

Entry 2

tenacious fighter, tenacious grip, tenacious pursuit, tenacious spirit

Entry 3

tenacious grip, tenacious memory, tenacious spirit