The unyielding will to keep pushing forward towards a goal despite obstacles, hardships, and a lack of motivation, passion, and energy.
Gavin got sick at football practice - he wasn't feeling good, was tired, his body was aching, it was extremely hot outside, he puked 3 times, and the coach even told him to just go home and rest BUT he stayed and KEPT practicing! That little 8 year old has Grit!
by Micah, Grit Army April 29, 2020

by JoseOle April 27, 2004

Kevin: “Go slide on that girl sitting at that table over there with the pink shirt “
Kyle: Hell nah she’s grits
Kyle: Hell nah she’s grits
by Thatboy003 November 7, 2022

Grit is a name that is given to beautiful, smart and strong girls. She is a kind and humorous person. She can be very funny and weird to make you laugh. She is also very lovable.
Besides, she is very big and strong, so you better be nice to her.
Besides, she is very big and strong, so you better be nice to her.
"Oh, there is Grit! She is so wonderful!"
by liver_sausage December 2, 2021

by statingtheobviouss November 28, 2020

An inherent, positive non-cognitive (meaning mostly unaware) personality trait that enables perseverance through otherwise difficult or impossible obstacles over a long period of time without the loss of passion and is the resolve that requires courage to mold strength of character as a driving force to successful and often self fulfillment. It is often combined with the definition of resilience.
by sHeY.1ns4n17y.99 June 9, 2017

by yellowpigeon1 September 23, 2025
