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gump·tion
gumption
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- pronunciation:
- guhmp
shn
- features:
- Word Combinations (noun)
part of speech: |
noun |
definition 1: |
(informal) bold initiative; resourcefulness.
Her plan showed gumption and her boss was impressed. |
definition 2: |
(informal) courage; guts.
It took gumption to stand up to this bully. |
related words: |
grit, mettle |
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