Word Meaning

tenacious definition and meaning

a. Holding fast, or inclined to hold fast; inclined to retain what is in possession; as, men tenacious of their just rights.
a. Apt to retain; retentive; as, a tenacious memory.
a. Having parts apt to adhere to each other; cohesive; tough; as, steel is a tenacious metal; tar is more tenacious than oil.
a. Apt to adhere to another substance; glutinous; viscous; sticking; adhesive.
a. Niggardly; closefisted; miserly.
a. Holding stoutly to one's opinion or purpose; obstinate; stubborn.

Crossword clues for tenacious

- Determined
- Determined ten should take account of promises to pay
- Forceful
- Obstinate
- Strong willed
- Stubborn or persistent