One of the mysteries of the English language finally explained.
Synonyms of dogged in English:
dogged
See definition of dogged
adjective
1‘he was a fine player and a dogged opening batsman’
SYNONYMS
tenacious, determined, resolute, resolved, purposeful, persistent, persevering, pertinacious, relentless, intent, dead set, single-minded, focused, dedicated, committed, undeviating, unshakeable, unflagging, indefatigable, untiring, never-tiring, tireless, unfailing, unfaltering, unwavering, unyielding, unbending, immovable, obdurate, strong-willed, firm, steadfast, steady, staunch, stout-hearted
archaic laborious
rare perseverant, indurate
ANTONYMS
hesitant, half-hearted