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    gumption

    gumption - Dictionary definition and meaning for word gumption

    Definition
    (noun) sound practical judgment
    Example Sentence
    • 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
    Definition
    (noun) fortitude and determination
    Synonyms : backbone , grit , guts , moxie , sand
    Example Sentence
    • he didn't have the guts to try it
   Mnemonics (Memory Aids) for gumption

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gump sounds like jump . to jump on from the top of the building need courage

forest grump-> to do things easily wdout any skillful knowledge

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