GRE Word List

PERTINACIOUS

adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design

The meaning of the word pertinacious is adhering resolutely to an opinion, purpose, or design.

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substantivehaving substance : involving matters of major or practical importance to all concerned
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accoladea mark of acknowledgment : award
promoteto advance in station, rank, or honor : raise
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