Obnixity
/ɒbˈnɪksɪti/noun
The quality or state of being strenuous, effortful, or persistently striving.
Did you know?Obnixity comes from Latin language of struggle: its ancestor could describe leaning or pressing against an obstacle, not merely trying hard.
Etymological Timeline
Proto-Indo-European
PIE
*nei-
“To lead, guide, or direct effort; a proposed ancient root underlying Latin forms associated with striving.”
Classical Latin
Latin
nītor
“I strive, exert myself, or rely upon an effort.”
Classical Latin
Latin
obnītī
“To strive against, press against, or struggle with resistance.”
Classical Latin
Latin
obnīxus
“Having exerted oneself; strenuous, striving, or laborious.”
17th Century
English
obnixity
“The quality of being obnixious—strenuousness or persistent effort.”
Modern English
English
obnixity
“A rare noun meaning strenuousness or determined striving.”