Gumption
Gumption noun - The ability to make intelligent decisions especially in everyday matters.
Spunk is a synonym for gumption in get-up-and-go topic. In some cases you can use "Spunk" instead a noun "Gumption".
Spunk
Spunk noun - The strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship.
Nearby Word: spunky
Mutual synonyms
Both words in one sentence
- But that doesn't mean she can't be a fan favorite, or to lack in gumption and spunk — she's sort of a prototypical Sassy Secretary.
Source: Maid and Maiden
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