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fortitude

[ˈfɔː.tɪ.tjuːd]

fortitude Definition

courage shown by someone who is suffering or experiencing difficulty.

Using fortitude: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "fortitude" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She endured her illness with great fortitude.

  • Example

    It takes a lot of fortitude to face your fears.

  • Example

    He showed remarkable fortitude in the face of adversity.

fortitude Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for fortitude

Idioms Using fortitude

  • steel (one's) self to (something)

    to prepare oneself mentally and emotionally for something difficult or unpleasant

    Example

    She steeled herself to face the challenges ahead with fortitude.

  • grit (one's) teeth

    to clench one's teeth together tightly, often as a sign of determination or fortitude

    Example

    He gritted his teeth and pushed through the pain with fortitude.

  • stand (one's) ground

    to hold one's position or opinion firmly, especially in the face of opposition or criticism

    Example

    She stood her ground and defended her beliefs with fortitude.

Phrases with fortitude

  • the strength of character to do what is right, even in the face of temptation or pressure to do otherwise

    Example

    It takes moral fortitude to stand up against corruption.

  • the physical strength and endurance to withstand difficult or challenging situations

    Example

    The marathon runner demonstrated incredible physical fortitude.

  • the mental and emotional strength to persevere through difficult times

    Example

    Her inner fortitude helped her overcome the loss of her loved one.

Origins of fortitude

from Latin 'fortitudo', meaning 'strength'

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Summary: fortitude in Brief

The term 'fortitude' [ˈfɔː.tɪ.tjuːd] refers to the courage and strength shown by someone who is suffering or experiencing difficulty. It can be demonstrated in various forms such as moral, physical, and inner fortitude. Examples include 'She endured her illness with great fortitude' and 'He showed remarkable fortitude in the face of adversity.' Idioms like 'steel (one's) self to (something)' and 'grit (one's) teeth' denote mental and emotional preparation and determination.