gritty
grit-ty
adjective
Containing or covered with small, rough particles, like sand or dust.
"The beach towel felt gritty after a day out."
adjective
Showing courage and determination; realistically harsh and unembellished.
"The film offered a gritty portrayal of urban life."
Thesaurus
Synonyms: coarse-grained, coarse, mealy, grainy, harsh, granular, farinaceous, granulose, gamey, gamy, spirited, game