grittiness
- noun
- /ˈɡrɪtɪnəs/
- The documentary captured the grittiness of life in the inner city, showcasing both struggle and resilience.
Because there is that grittiness and that darkness and that it's not just a light show of this little town where, you know, they're doing independent wrestling.
- Because there is that grittiness and that darkness and that it's not just a light show of this little town where, you know, they're doing independent wrestling.
Examples
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Wanda, however, was like a die-hard fan of Sons, probably because in addition to the show's grittiness, Kurt writes very strong women characters.
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Because there is that grittiness and that darkness and that it's not just a light show of this little town where, you know, they're doing independent wrestling.
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The show's grittiness just sold me 100%, and, like you say, I think that it can go up against any film or TV show out there.
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There are pleasant moments in the film that will generate a laugh or two, but it doesn't take away its grittiness.
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Color really makes the grittiness of the time much more tangible, whereas black and white tends to make it seem surreal in a way.
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Daniel Craig's 007 now outlines the idea of the character, adapting a sense of Bourne-esque grittiness that makes the spy relevant in today's landscape.
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Her book's grittiness offers a raw and honest portrayal of the struggles faced by those living in poverty.
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The movie's grittiness brings an authentic feel to the harsh realities of the characters' lives.
Synonyms
An unfinished, rough quality that feels unpolished
Rudeness or crude behavior that shows little politeness
A harsh, unpleasant quality that makes people feel afraid or worried
A strong unpleasant effect that hurts the senses
Something that is rough and not finished, like a simple tool or shelter
A harsh quality in a voice or behavior that feels severe
A strong lack of care for other people's feelings and good taste
Antonyms
How Gritty
Surface Forms
Morphology
grittiness = gritty (transparent) = grit + iness
Standard noun formation from the adjective 'gritty' indicating a quality or state.
Etymology
Grittiness comes from the short word grit, which meant 'sand' or small stones and then described things that feel rough. So a novel or film with grittiness feels raw and unpolished, like walking on a rough, sandy street, and this explains its tough, realistic tone.