Meaning & Definition of word "Tenacious"

Tenacious

/təˈneɪ.ʃəs/

1. Holding fast; characterized by keeping a firm hold.
- Example: Her tenacious spirit helped her overcome many obstacles in life.
2. Persistent in maintaining, adhering to, or seeking something valued or habitual.
- Example: The team's tenacious pursuit of victory led them to win the championship.
3. Tending to keep a firm hold of something; not easily dispelled or alleviated.
- Example: He had a tenacious grip on the rope as he climbed the steep incline.
4. Having a strong grip or ability to stick; adhesive.
- Example: The tenacious glue held the pieces of the broken vase together seamlessly.

From Latin 'tenax', meaning 'to hold' or 'holding fast'.

tenacious spirit:

A mindset that embodies determination and resilience.

tenacious grasp:

A firm hold that is difficult to loosen.

tenacious memory:

The ability to remember details for a long time.

tenacity:

The quality or state of being tenacious; persistence.

detain:

To keep someone in custody or to hold back.

Meaning: Having a stubborn determination.

Example Sentence: She's so tenacious, she won't let anything stop her!

Meaning: Refusing to give up or let go.

Example Sentence: That team is tenacious; they just keep fighting until the end of the game.