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tenace — meaning in English

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English meaning

  • dogged adj Persistent and determined, refusing to give up despite difficulty.
  • feisty adj Full of spirit and energy; not afraid to stand up for oneself.
  • persistent adjective Continuing firmly despite difficulty or opposition; refusing to give up.
  • pertinacious adj Holding tenaciously to an opinion or purpose.
  • relentless adjective Continuing without pause or weakening; unyielding.
  • tenacious adjective Refusing to give up or let go, even when things get difficult.

Senses

tenace is used for these senses in English:

  • dogged stubbornly persevering, steadfast
  • feisty Tenacious, energetic, spunky.
  • persistent Obstinately refusing to give up or let go.
  • pertinacious Stubbornly resolute or tenacious.
  • relentless Unremitting, steady and persistent.
  • tenacious Unwilling to yield or give up; dogged.

Related French words