Synonyms of fortitude

fortitude

noun

ˈfȯr-tə-ˌtüd 

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

Synonyms & Similar Words

• courage
• stamina
• bravery
• grit
• courageousness
• endurance
• determination
• spunk
• backbone
• constancy
• guts
• pluck
• fiber
• nerve
• grittiness
• resoluteness
• intestinal fortitude
• valor
• fearlessness
• tolerance
• purposefulness
• resolution
• gallantry
• stoutness
• daring
• intrepidity
• mettle
• boldness
• forbearance
• intrepidness
• sufferance
• audacity
• dauntlessness
• chutzpah
• temerity
• spirit
• brass
• hardihood
• effrontery
• gall
• heart
• doughtiness
• greatheartedness
• cheek
• nerviness

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• spinelessness
• vacillation
• indecisiveness
• irresolution
• cowardice
• timidity
• pusillanimity
• cowardliness
• timorousness
• faintheartedness
• irresoluteness
• cravenness
• dastardliness

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of fortitude

The five points of the star represent the characteristics of a good citizen, which are fortitude, loyalty, righteousness, prudence, and broadmindedness. — Ella Gonzales, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 31 July 2026

In this scenario, Rogen would emerge as a courageous if idiosyncratic folk hero — one richly rewarded for his stoner fortitude. — Peter Bart, Deadline, 30 July 2026

In some respects, polytropos is an unusual choice—most Homeric heroes are described in terms of their fortitude, their strength, or their prowess in battle. — Louisa Thomas, New Yorker, 24 July 2026

In a sport where mental fortitude is vital, checking in with herself is second nature for Merhige and preventing burnout is a core objective. — Sierra Lopez, Mercury News, 21 July 2026

Phrases Containing fortitude

• intestinal fortitude

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