Pronunciation: /ˈɡrɪti/
adjective having a rough texture or coarse quality; showing strength of character
A1 The sand on the beach felt gritty under my feet.
A2 The detective's investigation led her to a gritty neighborhood in the city.
B1 The movie portrayed the gritty reality of life in a war-torn country.
B2 The author's gritty writing style captured the raw emotions of the characters.
C1 The documentary provided a gritty look at the harsh conditions faced by migrant workers.
C2 The actor's gritty performance in the film earned him critical acclaim.
adverb in a gritty manner
A1 The sand at the beach felt gritty under my feet.
A2 She scrubbed the floor until it was gritty clean.
B1 The detective's investigation uncovered gritty details about the crime.
B2 The documentary provided a gritty look into the lives of the homeless.
C1 The author's writing style is known for its gritty realism.
C2 The filmmaker captured the gritty atmosphere of the city in stunning detail.
formal The documentary provided a gritty portrayal of life in the inner city.
informal The movie was really gritty, but I liked how realistic it felt.
slang The new TV show has a gritty vibe that I'm totally into.
figurative Her determination and perseverance gave her a gritty edge in the competition.
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