dogged
5 synonyms for dogged, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Persistent and determined, refusing to give up despite difficulty.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use dogged
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
dogged determination
dogged persistence
a dogged pursuit
Etymology
From "dog" plus "-ed" — originally meaning having qualities like a dog's tenacity.
Full origin of dogged →Frequently asked questions
What does “dogged” mean?
The word “dogged” means persistent and determined, refusing to give up despite difficulty. In plain terms, sticking to something stubbornly and refusing to quit.
How do you pronounce “dogged”?
“Dogged” is pronounced DO-gihd (/ˈdɔɡɪd/ in IPA).
How do you use “dogged” in a sentence?
Here is “dogged” used in a sentence: “Her dogged determination got the project finished on time.”
What part of speech is “dogged”?
“Dogged” is an adjective.
