pertinacity

Definition of pertinacity

Nouns

persistent determination
Synonyms:
doggedness, perseverance, persistence, persistency, tenaciousness, tenacity
Type of:
determination, purpose
the quality of being determined to do or achieve something; firmness of purpose

Vocabulary Lists for pertinacity

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