First Known Use: 1719
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gumption
noun gump·tion \ˈgəm(p)-shən\
: courage and confidence
Full Definition of GUMPTION
1
chiefly dialect : common sense, horse sense
2
: enterprise, initiative <lacked the gumption to try>
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Origin of GUMPTION
origin unknown
Related to GUMPTION
- Synonyms
- discreetness, discretion, common sense [chiefly dialect], horse sense, levelheadedness, nous [chiefly British], policy, prudence, sense, sensibleness, wisdom, wit
- Antonyms
- imprudence, indiscretion
GUMPTION Defined for Kids
gumption
noun gump·tion \ˈgəmp-shən\
Definition of GUMPTION for Kids
: courage
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