as in courage
the strength of mind that enables a person to endure pain or hardship
it was only with the greatest fortitude that the Pilgrims were able to survive their first winter in Plymouth
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Recent Examples of fortitude
The mental fortitude needed to return from a trying family matter and put in a compelling performance is impressive.
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Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 22 June 2025
All the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune and fortitude were there in full technicolor.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Michael’s courage, his fortitude and his grace, more than anything else, is on full display.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 30 July 2025
Social work staff, colleagues and friends have visited him at the hospital routinely, and he and his work have been recognized across UT for his fortitude and kindness.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
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Joshua Kloke, New York Times, 22 June 2025
All the slings and arrows of outrageous fortune and fortitude were there in full technicolor.
—Tim Ellis, Forbes.com, 4 Aug. 2025
Michael’s courage, his fortitude and his grace, more than anything else, is on full display.
—Angelique Jackson, Variety, 30 July 2025
Social work staff, colleagues and friends have visited him at the hospital routinely, and he and his work have been recognized across UT for his fortitude and kindness.
—Lily Kepner, Austin American Statesman, 30 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for fortitude
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fortitude
Noun
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His reactions, his resilience, hunger, ambition and courage impressed amid the acrimony of defeat after defeat.—
Andy Mitten,
New York Times,
13 Aug. 2025
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Your skills, your experience, and your courage have never been more essential.—
Dan Gooding,
MSNBC Newsweek,
13 Aug. 2025
Noun
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At 63, Jin-Xiong She, PhD, plays tennis with stamina that seems to defy his age.—
Malana VanTyler,
USA Today,
11 Aug. 2025
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Rome is bucket-list territory, but a day trip via Civitavecchia demands stamina and smart planning.—
David Nikel,
Forbes.com,
10 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Behind her dark wardrobe and dour demeanor lies benevolence and bravery.—
Ben Travers,
IndieWire,
6 Aug. 2025
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These lessons were often one-sided, focusing on the bravery and hardship of the colonizers.—
Shilo Kino
August 4,
Literary Hub,
4 Aug. 2025
Noun
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Turturro’s career is defined by thoughtful storytelling and grit.—
Michael Goldstein,
Forbes.com,
21 Aug. 2025
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Grier’s practicality and grit came from her background, growing up as the daughter of an Air Force sergeant who moved the family around the world before landing in Denver, Colorado when Grier was a teenager.—
Katie Rife,
IndieWire,
20 Aug. 2025
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“Fortitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortitude. Accessed 27 Aug. 2025.
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