Dogged: meaning, definitions and examples

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dogged

 

[ หˆdษ”หษกษชd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

describing persistence

Dogged refers to being determined and persistent in a task or belief. It describes a person who does not give up easily and continues striving for success despite difficulties.

Synonyms

determined, persistent, stubborn, tenacious, unrelenting

Examples of usage

  • Her dogged determination helped her finish the marathon.
  • He approached the problem with a dogged mindset.
  • The dogged pursuit of justice can lead to significant changes.
  • Despite the setbacks, they maintained a dogged spirit.
  • Her dogged dedication to the project impressed everyone.

Translations

Translations of the word "dogged" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น teimoso

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคœเคฟเคฆเฅเคฆเฅ€

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช hartnรคckig

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ gigih

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ัƒะฟะตั€ั‚ะธะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ uparty

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ้ ‘ๅ›บใช

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท tรชtu

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ terco

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท inatรงฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์™„๊ณ ํ•œ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ุนู†ูŠุฏ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ tvrdohlavรฝ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ tvrdohlavรฝ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ้กฝๅ›บ็š„

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ trmast

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ รพrjรณskur

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะฑาฑะทะฐา›ั‹

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ›แƒขแƒ™แƒ˜แƒชแƒ”

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ inatรงฤฑ

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ terco

Etymology

The word 'dogged' originates from the early 17th century, derived from the term 'dog', which was historically associated with loyalty, perseverance, and tenacity. In the past, the meaning of 'dogged' was closer to obstinate or stubborn, and it reflected a certain degree of relentlessness akin to how a dog might pursue a target. While the exact transition of meaning over time is a bit elusive, it has generally come to embody the positive traits of determination and steadfastness. The association with dogs is significant because these animals are often seen as loyal companions that will pursue something until they achieve their goal, exemplifying the essence of being dogged in oneโ€™s efforts.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #19,389, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.