grit

Definitions

Small, loose particles of stone or sand.

Courage and resolve; strength of character.

A coarse-grained sandstone.

Examples

It took a great deal of grit to finish the marathon despite her injury.

The athlete's grit and determination inspired the entire team to keep pushing forward.

Synonyms

perseverance determination tenacity resilience backbone fortitude courage

Antonyms

cowardice weakness timidity indecision apathy laziness fragility