Gritty

/ˈgrɪti/

Meaning & Definition

adjective

Having a rough texture, containing or resembling grit.

The gritty surface of the road made for a difficult bike ride.

Courageous and determined; having a strong character.

She showed gritty determination in overcoming all the obstacles in her path.

Realistic and unembellished, often referring to media depictions of harsh realities.

The film's gritty portrayal of urban life resonated with many viewers.

From the word 'grit' which means small loose particles, and possibly derived from Old Norse 'grytta'.

gritty reality

The harsh truths of a situation.

gritty determination

A strong will to overcome challenges.

grit

Courage and strength of character.

resilience

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties.

Used to describe something considered tough or realistic.

That movie was so gritty; it really showed what life is like in the streets.

Describing a person as determined and strong-willed.

She’s got a gritty attitude, always pushing through the hard times.