dogged
What does "dogged" mean?
The word "dogged" describes someone who shows persistent, grim determination. It evokes the image of a hunting dog that refuses to lose a scent, following a trail relentlessly despite obstacles or fatigue. It is typically used to describe positive, admirable traits like tenacity or persistence in the face of difficulty. While it can occasionally imply a sense of stubbornness, it generally carries a tone of respect for someone's unwavering resolve to finish a task or reach a goal.
"dogged" in conversation
Discussing a colleague's work ethic
I don't know how Mark finished that project on time.
I don't know how Mark finished that project on time.
He’s got a dogged work ethic. He just doesn't know how to quit.
He’s got a dogged work ethic. He just doesn't know how to quit.
Used here to praise someone's refusal to give up.
A journalist investigating a story
The lead is cold, are you sure you want to keep digging?
The lead is cold, are you sure you want to keep digging?
I’ve spent months on this. My dogged pursuit of the truth is going to pay off eventually.
I’ve spent months on this. My dogged pursuit of the truth is going to pay off eventually.
Commonly used with nouns like 'pursuit' or 'determination'.
"dogged" in a sentence
She made a dogged attempt to fix the broken computer.
She made a dogged attempt to fix the broken computer.
Through his dogged persistence, he finally passed the difficult exam.
Through his dogged persistence, he finally passed the difficult exam.
The detective’s dogged investigation eventually unearthed the long-buried secret.
The detective’s dogged investigation eventually unearthed the long-buried secret.
