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fortitude

noun
/ˈfɔːr.tɪ.tjuːd/

Meaning

Courage in pain or adversity; mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty.
Courage in pain or adversity.
Courage in pain or adversity; mental strength in facing difficulty.

Example Sentences

She faced adversity with great fortitude.

She showed great fortitude in overcoming challenges.

He showed great fortitude during the crisis.

Synonyms

courage, resilience, endurance, bravery, perseverance
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courage, resilience, endurance
Entry 2
courage, endurance, resilience
Entry 3
courage, bravery, perseverance

Antonyms

weakness, cowardice, fear, timidity
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weakness, cowardice, fear
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weakness, cowardice, fear
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cowardice, weakness, timidity

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