gumption

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gumption

A young entrepreneur shows great gumption by starting her own small business.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • Initiative and resourcefulness; the ability to think and act in a practical, determined way: "Gumption" refers to a combination of common sense, shrewdness, and the courage to take action.
    • Fortitude and determination; spirited initiative: It also denotes the drive and energy needed to start something and see it through.
Usage
  • "Gumption" is an uncountable noun. It describes a personal quality.
  • It is often used in informal or conversational contexts to praise someone's practical intelligence and drive.
  • Common collocations: , , .
Examples
  • Noun:
    • She had the gumption to start her own business with very little capital.
    • It takes real gumption to stand up to a bully like that.
    • He's a smart kid, but he needs to show more gumption if he wants to succeed.
Advanced Usage
  • "To have the gumption to do something": To have the necessary courage, initiative, and practical sense to undertake a specific action.
    • At least he had the gumption to apologize for his mistake.
  • The word often implies a positive, "can-do" attitude admired in practical or entrepreneurial contexts.
Variants and Related Words
  • Gumptious (adj., informal): Having or showing gumption; spirited and resourceful.
    • She's a gumptious young entrepreneur.
Synonyms
  • Initiative: The ability to assess and begin things independently.
  • Resourcefulness: The ability to find quick and clever ways to overcome difficulties.
  • Common sense: Sound and prudent judgment based on a simple perception of the situation or facts.
  • Shrewdness: The quality of having or showing sharp powers of judgment; astute.
  • Moxie (informal): Force of character, determination, or nerve.
Antonyms
  • Apathy: Lack of interest, enthusiasm, or concern.
  • Timidity: Lack of courage or confidence.
  • Indecisiveness: The inability to make decisions quickly and effectively.
Idioms and Phrases
  • "Not have the gumption": To lack the necessary drive, courage, or common sense.
    • He just sat there; he didn't have the gumption to voice his opinion.
gumption

A young entrepreneur shows great gumption by starting her own small business.

Noun
  1. fortitude and determination
    • he didn't have the guts to try it
  2. sound practical judgment
    • Common sense is not so common
    • he hasn't got the sense God gave little green apples
    • fortunately she had the good sense to run away

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