GRITTY


Meaning of GRITTY in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ grɪti ]

( grittier, grittiest)

1.

Something that is gritty contains grit, is covered with grit, or has a texture like that of grit.

The sheets fell on the gritty floor, and she just let them lie.

ADJ

2.

Someone who is gritty is brave and determined.

We have to prove how gritty we are.

...a gritty determination to avoid humiliation.

ADJ

3.

A gritty description of a tough or unpleasant situation shows it in a very realistic way.

...gritty social comment...

ADJ : usu ADJ n

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