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tenacious: Meaning and Definition of
te•na•cious
Pronunciation: (tu-nā'shus), [key]
— adj.
- holding fast; characterized by keeping a firm hold (often fol. by of&hasp;): a tenacious grip on my arm; tenacious of old habits.
- highly retentive: a tenacious memory.
- pertinacious, persistent, stubborn, or obstinate.
- adhesive or sticky; viscous or glutinous.
- holding together; cohesive; not easily pulled asunder; tough.
See also:
- tenacious (Thesaurus)
