What does tenacious mean?
Tenacious means Clinging to an object or surface; adhesive..
Tenacious
/təˈneɪʃəs/ · adjective
Meaning
Clinging to an object or surface; adhesive..
Definitions by Sense
- Clinging to an object or surface; adhesive.
- Unwilling to yield or give up; dogged.
- Holding together; cohesive.
- Having a good memory; retentive.
Example Sentences
The quagmiry road, trodden into tenacious paste by the long file of human beings ahead […]
Synonyms for tenacious
Antonyms for tenacious
Related Words
Word Forms
- more tenacious
- most tenacious
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for tenacious?
Common synonyms include clingsome, sticky, pigheaded, steadfast.
What is the opposite of tenacious?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use tenacious in a sentence?
The quagmiry road, trodden into tenacious paste by the long file of human beings ahead […]
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