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/təˈneɪʃəsli/ · ten.a.cious.ly
adverb
  1. In a tenacious manner; firmly and persistently She tenaciously pursued her dream, never giving up despite numerous setbacks.
  2. With a strong and persistent determination; firmly and unwaveringly He tenaciously defended his position, refusing to back down in the face of opposition.

Synonyms

firmlypersistentlydeterminedlyunwaveringlysteadfastlyresolutelyobstinatelyintransigently

Antonyms

weaklyhesitantlyreluctantlyunsteadilyvacillatinglyequivocally
Did you know? The word 'tenaciously' is often used to describe someone or something that exhibits remarkable resilience and determination in the face of adversity, much like the Latin word 'tenax' from which it originated.

Related terms

tenacioustenacitydeterminationpersistencefirmnesssteadfastnessresolutionobstinacy
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Jul 15, 2026