noun

fortitude

fortitude, courage, resilience

She showed great fortitude during her illness.

She showed great fortitude during her illness.

to show/have fortitude She showed great fortitude during her illness.

Synonyms: courage, bravery, resilience; Antonyms: weakness, cowardice

From Latin 'fortis' meaning 'strong'.

Think of a 'fort' which is strong and can withstand attacks. Fortitude is mental strength to withstand adversity.

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