tenacious
adjectiveHow many syllables in tenacious?
There are 4 syllables in the word tenacious.How to pronounce tenacious:
Definition of tenacious:
- tenacious (adjective):
- stubborn or persistent
- stubbornly unyielding.
- not easily pulled apart cohesive
Synonyms for tenacious:
adamant
constant
dedicated
determined
dogged
dour
firm
immovable
inflexible
insistent
intransigent
loyal
obdurate
obstinate
patient
persevering
persistent
pertinacious
positive
relentless
resolute
staunch
steadfast
steady
stiff-necked
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