doggedness

Definitions

The quality of being stubbornly persistent or determined.

Tenacity in effort or purpose despite difficulties or opposition.

Examples

Her doggedness in pursuing the truth eventually led to the discovery of the hidden documents.

Despite the numerous setbacks, his doggedness allowed him to complete the marathon in record time.

The detective's doggedness in tracking down every lead finally resulted in a breakthrough in the cold case.

Synonyms

perseverance tenacity persistence determination resolve steadfastness grit

Antonyms

indecision vacillation apathy fickleness laziness weakness irresolution