Synonyms for tenacious
43 synonyms for “tenacious”, grouped by meaning. Dark green words mean nearly the same thing; light green ones are close in some uses.
Tenacious as in “dogged”
adjective: stubbornly unyielding
- dogged
- persistent
- pigheaded
- unyielding
- pertinacious
- obstinate
- stubborn
- steadfast
- tough
- dour
- tireless
- staunch
- relentless
- headstrong
- industrious
- diligent
- indomitable
- resolute
- unrelenting
- stalwart
- uncompromising
- vigorous
- spirited
- opinionated
- plucky
- plodding
- insistent
- undaunted
- hardheaded
- gutsy
- indefatigable
- intransigent
- unregenerate
- persevering
- unwavering
- unflagging
- unswerving
- strong-willed
Tenacious as in “adhesive”
adjective: sticking together
- adhesive
- sticky
- coherent
- rigid
- cohesive
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