gameness

[ geym-nis ]

noun

1. the quality of having a fighting spirit; courage or resolution; pluck:

   The horse revealed his true gameness, coming up from behind after that early stumble.

2. the required enthusiasm or will to do something:

   In a show of gameness, they tackled the icy path with shovels and picks.

ˈgameness

/ ˈɡeɪmnɪs /

noun

1. courage or bravery; pluck

Word History and Origins

Origin of gameness¹

First recorded in 1805–10; game ¹ (in the adjective senses “plucky” and “enthusiastic”) + -ness ( def )

Example Sentences

And the passing of melodic themes between the chorus and the orchestra at the convergence of the finale was a breathtaking display of Britten’s compositional dexterity — and the BSO’s gameness.

From Washington Post

Somehow, that geometry never quite aligns, despite the gameness of the cast.

From New York Times

Morris cooed to her toddler as Hayes reached the limit of his gameness.

From New York Times

If a few of the character’s poignant moments in the second half weren’t optimized, Boggess impressed with her crystalline singing and gameness for comedy.

From Los Angeles Times

Those with tenacity are described as displaying "gameness".

From BBC