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Meaning of the word gritty in English

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gritty

US /ˈɡrɪt̬.i/
UK /ˈɡrɪt.i/
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Adjective

1.

containing or covered with grit or tiny particles of sand or stone

Example:
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The beach sand felt gritty between my toes.
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The old engine made a gritty sound.
Synonym:
sandy gravelly rough coarse abrasive
2.

showing or having a lot of courage and determination

Example:
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The team showed a gritty performance in the final match.
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He's a gritty fighter who never gives up.
Synonym:
courageous determined resolute plucky undaunted
3.

realistic, unpleasantly harsh, or unpleasant

Example:
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The film offers a gritty portrayal of urban life.
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His new novel is a gritty crime drama.
Synonym:
realistic harsh tough raw unflinching
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Related Word:
the nitty-gritty