tenacity

Definitions

The quality or fact of being able to grip something firmly; persistence.

The quality of being determined and not easily giving up or letting go.

Examples

Her tenacity in the face of constant rejection eventually led to her success as an author.

The athlete's tenacity during the final minutes of the game inspired the entire team to push harder.

It took great tenacity to complete the grueling mountain climb in such harsh weather conditions.

Synonyms

persistence determination perseverance resolve doggedness steadfastness grit

Antonyms

indecision weakness vacillation apathy fickleness irresolution hesitation