Grit: meaning, definitions and examples

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grit

[ ɡrɪt ]

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strength

Courage and resolve; strength of character.

Synonyms

bravery, courage, resilience

Examples of usage

She showed great grit in the face of adversity.
His grit and determination helped him overcome all obstacles.

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small loose particles

Small loose particles of stone or sand.

Synonyms

gravel, particles, sand

Examples of usage

The path was covered in grit from the construction site.
He felt the grit beneath his feet as he walked along the beach.

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grinding

To make a harsh grinding sound.

Synonyms

grate, grind, scrape

Examples of usage

The gears gritted as he tried to shift into reverse.
The old door gritted against the stone floor when opened.

Translations

Translations of the word "grit" in other languages:

🇵🇹 coragem

🇮🇳 धैर्य

🇩🇪 Mut

🇮🇩 keberanian

🇺🇦 мужність

🇵🇱 odwaga

🇯🇵 根性 (こんじょう)

🇫🇷 courage

🇪🇸 coraje

🇹🇷 cesaret

🇰🇷 용기

🇸🇦 شجاعة

🇨🇿 odvaha

🇸🇰 odvaha

🇨🇳 勇气 (yǒngqì)

🇸🇮 pogum

🇮🇸 hugrekki

🇰🇿 батылдық

🇬🇪 სიმამაცე

🇦🇿 cəsarət

🇲🇽 coraje

Word origin

The word 'grit' originated from the Old English word 'greot', meaning sand or gravel. Over time, it evolved to also represent courage and strength of character. The concept of 'grit' has been popularized in psychology, particularly by Angela Duckworth, who defines it as perseverance and passion for long-term goals. Grit is often seen as a key factor in achieving success in various aspects of life.