Grit (C1)

noun

Pronunciation: /ɡrɪt/

Definition

Courage and resolve; strength of character.

Examples

• It takes true grit to overcome such a difficult challenge.

• Her unwavering grit helped her persevere through years of training.

• The team displayed remarkable grit, fighting until the very last minute.

How to Use Grit

have grit (collocation)

To possess courage and determination. — "You need to have grit to succeed in competitive sports."

grit one's teeth (idiom)

To clench one's teeth, often to show determination or to bear pain. — "He had to grit his teeth and endure the long, painful recovery."

Synonyms of Grit

Words with a similar meaning to Grit:

• courage
• determination
• perseverance
• resilience

Antonyms of Grit

Words with the opposite meaning to Grit:

• cowardice
• weakness

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