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View synonyms for tenaciously
tenaciously
[ tuh-ney-shuhs-lee ]
adverb
- in a strong, tight, or secure manner:
With its creeping roots and clawed tendrils, the invasive cat’s claw vine clings tenaciously to almost any surface.
- in a persistent or stubborn manner:
Traditional pastoralist societies have tenaciously held on to their customs and rituals in the face of tremendous pressure from governments bent on development.
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- o·ver·te·na·cious·ly adverb
- un·te·na·cious·ly adverb
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Origin of tenaciously1
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