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TENACIOUS

(adj., adj.sat)

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There are 3 meanings of the word Tenacious.

How to pronounce tenacious:

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Tenacious - as an adjective

Good at remembering

Example: "A retentive mind"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
long5recollective19retentive12

Tenacious - as an adjective satellite

Stubbornly unyielding

Example: "Dogged persistence"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dogged10dour5persistent12pertinacious16unyielding15

Sticking together

Example: "Two coherent sheets"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
coherent13

Example Sentences

"She is a tenacious advocate for human rights."
"The tenacious puppy never gave up on fetching the ball."
"He has a tenacious grip on the rope."
"Despite facing numerous obstacles, she remained tenacious in pursuing her dreams."
"The athlete's tenacious spirit helped him overcome injuries and continue competing."
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Word Game Points

Is TENACIOUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, tenacious is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

TENACIOUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is TENACIOUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, tenacious is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
TENACIOUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 14.

Is TENACIOUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, tenacious is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
TENACIOUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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