fortitude (ˈfɔːtɪˌtjuːd
)
Definitions
noun
- strength and firmness of mind; resolute endurance
Alternative Forms
ˌfortiˈtudinous adjectiveWord Origin
C15: from Latin fortitūdō courageSynonyms
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courage,
strength,
resolution,
determination,
guts,
patience,
pluck,
grit,
endurance,
bravery,
backbone,
perseverance,
firmness,
staying power,
valour,
fearlessness,
strength of mind,
intrepidity,
hardihood,
dauntlessness,
stoutheartedness,
Usage examples
Maxine's spurt of fortitude gave out halfway down, and she began to cry pitifully, but Tammy was having none of it.
, COLDHEART CANYON (2001)With typical fortitude , most of the affected people went about rebuilding their lives, but there were many who were left rudderless.
India Today (2003)You might say an Englishman has plenty of on-the-job training for such fortitude.
Toronto Sun (2003)It was the tackle of tackles in quite the best display of defensive fortitude seen in seven years of the summer competition.
Times, Sunday Times (2002)Elspeth, like her mother, found physical pain and illness in others disturbing; she preferred the sufferers to endure them with fortitude.
, ELSPETH HUXLEY: A BIOGRAPHY (2002)