Vocabulary For Success And Achievement

noun shrewd or spirited initiative and resourcefulness

adjective having or showing shrewdness and determination

• She showed great gumption in taking on the leadership role during the company's restructuring.
• I admire your gumption for starting your own business from scratch.
• That guy's got some serious gumption to ask his boss for a raise after only a month on the job.
• Sometimes all it takes is a little gumption to push through obstacles and reach your goals.

noun a strong and sudden increase or burst

verb to move rapidly and forcefully in a particular direction

adjective increasing or growing rapidly and strongly

• The surging demand for renewable energy sources has led to increased investment in solar and wind power.
• The prices of sneakers have been surging lately, making it harder to find affordable options.
• The new video game is surging in popularity among teenagers.
• Emotions were surging within her as she watched the final scene of the movie.