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(per-ti-na-cious) 4 syllables

Definition

adjective. holding firmly to an opinion or purpose.

Example Sentence

Sojourner Truth was a pertinacious crusader against slavery.

More Example Sentences

The dog was pertinacious in chasing the ball.

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