Pronunciation: /ˈɡʌmpʃən/
noun shrewd or spirited initiative and resourcefulness
A1 She showed a lot of gumption by standing up to the bully.
A2 With a bit of gumption, he managed to finish the difficult puzzle.
B1 Her gumption and determination helped her succeed in her career.
B2 The young entrepreneur had the gumption to start her own business.
C1 His gumption and leadership skills made him a natural choice for the position.
C2 The politician's gumption in tackling tough issues earned her respect from her constituents.
adjective having or showing shrewdness and determination
A1 She showed a lot of gumption by asking for a raise at work.
A2 The young entrepreneur had the gumption to start her own business.
B1 His gumption and determination helped him overcome many obstacles in his career.
B2 The politician's gumption in standing up for what he believed in earned him respect from his constituents.
C1 Her gumption and leadership skills made her a valuable asset to the team.
C2 The CEO's gumption in making tough decisions led to the company's success.
formal She showed great gumption in taking on the leadership role during the company's restructuring.
informal I admire your gumption for starting your own business from scratch.
slang That guy's got some serious gumption to ask his boss for a raise after only a month on the job.
figurative Sometimes all it takes is a little gumption to push through obstacles and reach your goals.
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