gritty
|grit-ty|
B2
/ˈɡrɪti/
sandy; determined
Etymology
Etymology Information
'gritty' originates from the Old English word 'grēot,' meaning 'sand' or 'gravel.'
Historical Evolution
'grēot' evolved into the Middle English word 'grit,' eventually leading to the modern English word 'gritty.'
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'sandy or grainy,' but over time it evolved to also mean 'showing courage and resolve.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
containing or resembling grit; sandy or grainy.
The gritty texture of the sandpaper made it perfect for smoothing rough surfaces.
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Adjective 2
showing courage and resolve; determined.
The gritty detective never gave up on solving the case.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45