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
Their fortitude resulted in a thoughtful, lyrically dense project that ‘Nandez likens to a collection of personal and political anecdotes rapped on production that Preservation built around ‘Nandez baritone vocal tone.
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Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
But the trip is going to be an extreme test of fortitude, fate, and faith, evidenced by Lionsgate's preview revealing obstacles including a hellish radiation storm, monster waves, meteors pummeling the Earth, and lethal bands of desperate survivors prowling the continent.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
And fortitude, focus, a good sense of direction, deep knowledge of the territory.
—Megan Marshall
september 25, Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
Jake will need fortitude for the plethora of adversaries coming for him and his family in the upcoming film.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
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Andre Gee, Rolling Stone, 30 Sep. 2025
But the trip is going to be an extreme test of fortitude, fate, and faith, evidenced by Lionsgate's preview revealing obstacles including a hellish radiation storm, monster waves, meteors pummeling the Earth, and lethal bands of desperate survivors prowling the continent.
—Jeff Spry, Space.com, 30 Sep. 2025
And fortitude, focus, a good sense of direction, deep knowledge of the territory.
—Megan Marshall
september 25, Literary Hub, 25 Sep. 2025
Jake will need fortitude for the plethora of adversaries coming for him and his family in the upcoming film.
—Mekishana Pierre, Entertainment Weekly, 25 Sep. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for fortitude
Noun
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Neighbors of Morton Harris, an officer who flew B-17s for the Army during World War II and survived some close calls during his 33 missions behind enemy lines, praised his courage — and his financial generosity.—
Frank Witsil,
Freep.com,
11 Nov. 2025
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The courage of charging the shoreline.—
Michael James Rocha,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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Indefatigable stamina and hustle also help.—
John Hollinger,
New York Times,
10 Nov. 2025
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Sunday night, a stubborn stamina very well may decide whether SDFC’s postseason will continue.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
9 Nov. 2025
Noun
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For real world bravery, though, Chalk commends Andy Muschietti alongside showrunners Jason Fuchs and Brad Caleb Kane for making a bold show.—
Andrew McGowan,
Variety,
10 Nov. 2025
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Conrique’s dusky voice effortlessly conveys the emotional distress, before turning the song into one of bravery, as the protagonist leaves the unfaithful lover and then reminds the ex of all the ways those ongoing habits will lead to heartbreak in future relationships.—
Jessica Nicholson,
Billboard,
10 Nov. 2025
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From favorites like collard greens and sweet potato casserole to updates on classics like potato salad and grits, these side dishes are like scooping up a bite of nostalgia.—
Patricia S York,
Southern Living,
9 Nov. 2025
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But Ben’s defiance, instincts and grit turn him into an unexpected fan favorite — and a threat to the entire system.—
Ashley Hume,
FOXNews.com,
9 Nov. 2025
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“Fortitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortitude. Accessed 15 Nov. 2025.
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