INVETERACY


Meaning of INVETERACY in English

n.

Pronunciation: in- ' ve-t( ə -)r ə -s ē

Function: noun

Etymology: inveterate + -cy

Date: circa 1719

: the quality or state of being obstinate or persistent : TENACITY

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