TENACIOUSNESS Synonyms: 69 Similar and Opposite Words

tenaciousness

noun

as in stamina

ability or willingness to carry on despite danger, difficulty, or obstacle Only those with supreme tenaciousness will be able to complete this epic trek through an unforgiving landscape.

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Recent Examples of tenaciousness At 6 feet 9 and 255 pounds, Johnson is a unit of a forward, with all the tenaciousness and intensity needed to carve out a pro career. — Brendan Marks, New York Times, 9 May 2026 There was a tenaciousness from Minnesota down the stretch in what ended up being a 75-58 win over Green Bay. — Dane Mizutani, Twin Cities, 21 Mar. 2026 Because of the tenaciousness of collectors, Air Jordan release information leaks at a rate and with a lead time unmatched by any other sneakers. — Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 3 Sep. 2019

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Noun

Plus, the light, ergonomic ear casings secure up to 50 hours of total charge capsule stamina with rapid quick-charge support.

— Juhi Wadia, PC Magazine, 6 Sep. 2026
This one play offers a new snapshot of just how involved playing quarterback is and how much mental stamina and awareness will always be folded in.

— Dan Wiederer, New York Times, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of stamina

Noun

Other endurance events, especially professional cycling, have been using it for several years.

— Jacob Whitehead, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
An endurance athlete, Steinberg spent a decade completing various marathons and Ironman triathlons to help manage his mental health following a depression spell during college.

— Vikram Murthi, IndieWire, 5 Sep. 2026

Definition of endurance

Noun

Her passion, determination and single-minded focus had completed the deal.

— Sarah Shephard, New York Times, 6 Sep. 2026
The allegations build on an April 2025 US determination that Sudan’s government used chemical weapons in 2024, though officials provided little public evidence at the time.

— Lauren Morganbesser, semafor.com, 6 Sep. 2026

Definition of determination

Noun

Stewart's persistence eventually paid off, and he was sent to England in late 1943 with the 445th Bombardment Group.

— Ashley Hume , Larry Fink, FOXNews.com, 10 Sep. 2026
Strategic execution, early partnerships and persistence are the key components to building the momentum needed to reach that tipping point toward widespread adoption.

— Dennis Calvert, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2026

Definition of persistence

Noun

His remarks later shifted toward perseverance and remaining positive through difficult circumstances.

— Kansas City Star, Kansas City Star, 3 Sep. 2026
As Denny faces heartbreak, loss, and life-changing challenges, Enzo shares lessons about love, loyalty, perseverance, and the belief that a dog’s soul can become human.

— Kait Hanson, Southern Living, 28 Aug. 2026

Definition of perseverance

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Ceremonies across the state will honor victims, first responders, and the ordinary people who showed extraordinary courage in unimaginable circumstances.

— James Ward, USA Today, 10 Sep. 2026
The honor, announced today, promotes the practice of investigative journalism exemplifying compassion, courage and integrity.

— Los Angeles Times, Los Angeles Times, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of courage

Noun

The Home Service Insurance segment experienced a decline in premiums, attributed to strategic actions to improve sales quality and persistency, as well as economic pressures such as inflation.

— Quartz Intelligence Newsroom, Quartz, 13 Mar. 2025
The tannins are well structured yet soft and the wine has great persistency in the finish.

— Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen, Robb Report, 2 May 2023

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