Pertinacious
adjective
Showing determination to continue a behavior or action, even if it is difficult.
She had a pertinacious nature and worked hard to overcome the challenges she faced.
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Formal
adjective
Holding firmly to an opinion or course of action.
Despite the opposition he faced, the pertinacious leader remained committed to his ideas.
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Formal
adjective
Showing determination to continue a behavior or action, even if it is difficult.
She had a pertinacious nature and worked hard to overcome the challenges she faced.
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Formal
adjective
Holding firmly to an opinion or course of action.
Despite the opposition he faced, the pertinacious leader remained committed to his ideas.
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Formal
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Connotation
Often suggests a noble quality of character, admired for dedication and resolve.
Her pertinacious efforts in the charity work earned her widespread respect.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Undertone
Can imply strong emotional commitment to a cause or task.
He was pertinacious in advocating for environmental protection.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Positive
May sometimes suggest excessive stubbornness or inability to adapt.
Her pertinacious refusal to listen to advice led to the project's failure.
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Connotation
Often suggests a noble quality of character, admired for dedication and resolve.
Her pertinacious efforts in the charity work earned her widespread respect.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Undertone
Can imply strong emotional commitment to a cause or task.
He was pertinacious in advocating for environmental protection.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Positive
May sometimes suggest excessive stubbornness or inability to adapt.
Her pertinacious refusal to listen to advice led to the project's failure.
Pro Tip 1/3Positive Connotation
Often suggests a noble quality of character, admired for dedication and resolve.
Her pertinacious efforts in the charity work earned her widespread respect.
Pro Tip 2/3Emotional Undertone
Can imply strong emotional commitment to a cause or task.
He was pertinacious in advocating for environmental protection.
Pro Tip 3/3Not Always Positive
May sometimes suggest excessive stubbornness or inability to adapt.
Her pertinacious refusal to listen to advice led to the project's failure.
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