plucky
adjective
[ ˈplʌki ]
• having or showing determined courage in the face of difficulties.
• "the plucky youngster has astounded medical staff"
Similar:
brave,
courageous,
bold,
daring,
fearless,
intrepid,
spirited,
game,
valiant,
valorous,
lionhearted,
heroic,
gallant,
stout-hearted,
stout,
dauntless,
resolute,
determined,
gritty,
stalwart,
undaunted,
indomitable,
unflinching,
audacious,
unafraid,
doughty,
mettlesome,
gutsy,
ballsy,
spunky,
have-a-go,
feisty,