English · Emotions & Feelings
grit
/ɡrɪt/
[/ɡrɪt/]
courage and determination
Advancednoun
Definition
Grit is the courage, resolve, and sustained effort needed to pursue long-term goals despite hardship. It is often linked to success more than talent.
Example
It was grit, not luck, that carried her through medical school.
It was grit, not luck, that carried her through medical school.
Etymology
From Old English 'greot', meaning sand or gravel; the figurative sense of toughness arose in the 19th century.
How & Where It’s Used
Popularized by psychology talks on what predicts achievement.