tenacious

/təˈneɪʃəs/adjectiveEnglishB2

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  1. Holding firmly to a purpose, belief, or course of action; persistent and determined.

    In other words: persistent, determined

    • She remained tenacious despite repeated setbacks.
  2. Clinging firmly to something; adhesive.

    In other words: adhesive

    • The plant has a tenacious grip on the rock.
  3. Having a strong memory; retentive.

    In other words: retentive

    • He has a tenacious memory for names and faces.
More meanings (1)
  1. Sticking together strongly; cohesive.

    In other words: cohesive, coherent