badgerlike
Squat and fierce
Resembling or characteristic of a badger—the stocky, burrowing mammal known for its distinctive striped face and tenacious disposition.
The word usually describes physical features badgerlike markings or temperament a badgerlike stubbornness when cornered.
Stubbornly persevering
- stubbornRefusing to change course
- unyieldingRefusing to give way
- obstinateFirmly refusing to yield
- determinedFirmly committed to purpose
relentless · persistent · persevering · unrelenting · steadfast · unwavering · resolute · indefatigable
Private room or lair
- settBadger's underground home
- tunnelEnclosed underground route
- diggingRemoving earth below
- excavationAct of unearthing
underground · subterranean · earthmoving · clawing · burrow · warren · chamber · soil
dogged
Stubbornly persevering
- stubbornRefusing to change course
- unyieldingRefusing to give way
- obstinateFirmly refusing to yield
determined · relentless · persistent · persevering · unrelenting · steadfast · unwavering · resolute · indefatigable · unflagging
den
Private room or lair
excavation · underground · subterranean · earthmoving · clawing · burrow · warren · chamber · soil · dirt
crepuscular
Relating to dusk
dusk · darkness · secretive · elusive · foraging · prowling · shadowy · stealthy · reclusive · wary