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
If winning is the only goal, then war is, by profound inference, a game, a test of masculine fortitude.
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Casey Ryan Kelly, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Often, grand jurors are obliged to sit for months at a time, often at great personal expense, demonstrating admirable and selfless fortitude in service of this important public service.
—Barbara Jaffe, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
That’s the fortitude of a real writer.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 2 Mar. 2026
There’s alcoholism and violence – especially by men against women – but there’s also a yearning that can stir up grit or fortitude.
—Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 28 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fortitude
Casey Ryan Kelly, The Conversation, 9 Mar. 2026
Often, grand jurors are obliged to sit for months at a time, often at great personal expense, demonstrating admirable and selfless fortitude in service of this important public service.
—Barbara Jaffe, New York Daily News, 4 Mar. 2026
That’s the fortitude of a real writer.
—Jd Barker, Rolling Stone, 2 Mar. 2026
There’s alcoholism and violence – especially by men against women – but there’s also a yearning that can stir up grit or fortitude.
—Stuart Miller, Oc Register, 28 Feb. 2026
See All Example Sentences for fortitude
Recent Examples of Synonyms for fortitude
Noun
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In fact, Donovan’s courage in confronting the stigma of mental health in professional sports likely made the journey easier for those who followed.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
24 Mar. 2026
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Middlesex County District Attorney Marian Ryan spoke about the women's courage to step forward.—
Neal Riley,
CBS News,
24 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Striking a blow for the Mountain West Conference, which Utah State, SDSU and Boise State are leaving for the Pac-12, the high-altitude Aggies rode their stamina and playmaking down the stretch to book Sunday’s date opposite Arizona.—
Tom Krasovic,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 Mar. 2026
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The Mughals particularly valued these horses for their strength and stamina, as well as their colors and other aesthetic features.—
Livia Gershon,
JSTOR Daily,
20 Mar. 2026
Noun
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Minor acts of bravery mean a lot right now.—
Tarot.com,
Hartford Courant,
26 Mar. 2026
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The jury saw the truth and recognized the bravery Donna showed in standing up for herself.—
Nancy Dillon,
Rolling Stone,
23 Mar. 2026
Noun
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The sheer grit and strength of human spirit in this book is incredibly moving and gave me a new perspective on everyday challenges.—
The Week UK,
TheWeek,
20 Mar. 2026
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On a hot, dry March day, the dusty festival grounds — a movie set where Nelson filmed 1984’s Red Headed Stranger — took on the grit and hue of a classic Western.—
Josh Crutchmer,
Rolling Stone,
20 Mar. 2026
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That mix of stubbornness and courageousness is what endeared Snider to fans and peers alike.—
Joseph Hudak,
Rolling Stone,
15 Nov. 2025
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“Fortitude.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/fortitude. Accessed 27 Mar. 2026.
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