tenacity
noun
The quality of being very determined; persistence; the quality of holding firmly to something.
Etymology
From Latin tenacitas "a holding fast," from tenax "holding fast, gripping," from tenere "to hold."
Examples in Use
- 1.
"Her tenacity in pursuing justice inspired others to join her cause."
- 2.
"The climber's tenacity carried her to the summit despite setbacks."
- 3.
"Building a successful business requires talent and tenacity in equal measure."
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Fun Fact
Studies show that tenacity—often called "grit"—is a better predictor of success than talent alone. Psychologist Angela Duckworth found that grit predicted achievement at West Point, spelling bees, and sales jobs.
Word Game Tips
Letters: 8 letters (T, E, N, A, C, I, T, Y)
Scrabble Value: 13 points
Tip: Look for common letter combinations like "TE" at the start of words.
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