Word of the Day for School Assembly 27 September 2024 with Meaning

Updated On: September 26, 2024 03:02 PM

The word of the day for school assembly 27 September 2024 is “Tenacious”. Check out the detailed meaning of the word, synonyms and antonyms with examples and also the books which refer to this word.

Word of the Day for School Assembly 27 September 2024 with Meaning

Word of the Day for School Assembly 27 September 2024 with Meaning: To enhance the vocabulary skills of the students, word of the day for School Assembly is useful since it has a positive effect on language proficiency over time. The word of the day for today’s school assembly is “Tenacious” means being determined and persistent, not giving up easily or holding on to their goals and dreams even when things get tough. For example, a student dreams of becoming a professional dancer. She loves to dance but faces many challenges that includes her home work, school activities, and mainly there is no dance practice session in her school. Instead of giving up her dream, she sets a time for dance practice each evening at her home and also attends dance class on weekends. Hence, she is tenacious.

Word of the Day for School Assembly 27 September 2024: Tenacious

Here is the detailed meaning and grammatical implication of the word Tenacious

Tenacious Meaning (Adjective)

Meaning: Persistent in nature

Other Meanings: Tending to keep a firm hold of something

Etymology

It comes from the Latin word tenere, which means “to hold”, then became ‘tenacious’ by the combination of two words that are ‘tenax, tenac’ and ‘ous’ from Latin and English.

Tenacious Synonyms and Antonyms with Examples

Parameter	Answer
Tenacious Synonym	Firm, tight, fast, clinging, strong, forceful, powerful, unshakeable, immovable, persistent, determined, single-minded, strong-willed, resolute, stubborn, obstinate, solid, diligent
Tenacious Antonym	Loose, weak, irresolute, changeable, flexible, afraid, kind, wavering, yielding, doubtful, hesitant, timid, fearful, scared, spineless
Tenacious in a Sentence	He is very tenacious when he thinks he's on to a good story This tenacious defense of local liberties. Popular culture has a tenacious grip on most kids, parents, and even us teachers. He kept a tenacious hold on power despite attempts to depose him.

Parameter

Answer

Tenacious

Synonym

Firm, tight, fast, clinging, strong, forceful, powerful, unshakeable, immovable, persistent, determined, single-minded, strong-willed, resolute, stubborn, obstinate, solid, diligent

Tenacious

Antonym

Loose, weak, irresolute, changeable, flexible, afraid, kind, wavering, yielding, doubtful, hesitant, timid, fearful, scared, spineless

Tenacious

in a Sentence

He is very tenacious when he thinks he's on to a good story
This tenacious defense of local liberties.
Popular culture has a tenacious grip on most kids, parents, and even us teachers.
He kept a tenacious hold on power despite attempts to depose him.

Facts about the Letter ‘T’

The letter “T” originated from the Phoenician letter “taw” which represented a mark or a cross.

Books That Mention the Word - Tenacious

Tenacious: Fifteen Adventures Alongside Disabled Athletes.
The Tenacious Act: A Sweet Hockey Romcom
Tenacious Living: Choose Your Adventure

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