fortitude

Pronunciation: /ˈfɔːtɪtjuːd/

Reading level: hard

Estimated CEFR level: C1 — Advanced

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage

Etymology

From Middle English fortitude, from Old French, from Latin fortitūdō (“bravery, strength”), from fortis (“brave, strong”).

In classic literature

Semantic network

Broader (hypernyms)
natural virtue, courage
Narrower (hyponyms)
backbone

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