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Definition of Dogged
1. Adjective. Stubbornly unyielding. "Men tenacious of opinion"
Similar to: Obstinate, Stubborn, Unregenerate
Derivative terms: Doggedness, Persistence, Pertinacity, Tenaciousness, Tenacity, Unyieldingness
Definition of Dogged
1. a. Sullen; morose.
Definition of Dogged
1. Verb. (past of dog) ¹
2. Adjective. Stubbornly persevering, steadfast. ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Dogged
1. dog [v] - See also: dog
Lexicographical Neighbors of Dogged
Literary usage of Dogged
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. The Life of Samuel Johnson, LL.D.: Together with A Journal of a Tour to the by James Boswell, Samuel Johnson (1888)
"On a provocation, exercised a dumb resentment for two days, instead of scolding.
" 22. Scolded too vehemently. " 23. dogged again. " Fourth month, 29. ..."
2. Hints on Advocacy: Conduct of Cases Civil and Criminal. Classes of Witnesses by Richard Harris (1884)
"I did not," with great emphasis, will be her last word. She will require some
bridling in re-examination after that. 3.—THE dogged WITNESS. ..."
3. The Edinburgh Review by Sydney Smith (1869)
"is the same pluck—the same invincible obstinacy—the same strength of individual
will—the same dogged and enduring patience. With these there are doubtless ..."
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