Gritty: meaning, definitions and examples

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gritty

[ ˈɡrɪti ]

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description

showing courage and determination; tough and resolute

Synonyms

determined, resolute, tough

Examples of usage

He played a gritty police officer in the movie.
The team showed a gritty performance in the final match.
She has a gritty determination to succeed.

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texture

containing or covered with grit; sandy

Synonyms

grainy, rough, sandy

Examples of usage

The gritty texture of the sand stuck to his feet.
She scrubbed the pot until all the gritty residue was removed.

Translations

Translations of the word "gritty" in other languages:

🇵🇹 arenoso

🇮🇳 रेतिला

🇩🇪 körnig

🇮🇩 berpasir

🇺🇦 зернистий

🇵🇱 ziarnisty

🇯🇵 砂っぽい

🇫🇷 granuleux

🇪🇸 arenoso

🇹🇷 kumlu

🇰🇷 거친

🇸🇦 رملي

🇨🇿 zrnitý

🇸🇰 zrnitý

🇨🇳 粗糙的

🇸🇮 zrnast

🇮🇸 kornótt

🇰🇿 түйіршік

🇬🇪 ქვიშიანი

🇦🇿 qumlu

🇲🇽 arenoso

Word origin

The word 'gritty' originated from the Old English word 'gritig', meaning 'full of grit'. Over time, the meaning evolved to represent toughness and determination. In modern usage, 'gritty' is often associated with resilience and perseverance in the face of challenges.