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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Kids will learn how to do circus tricks and build stamina along the way.—
Jessie Dax-Setkus,
Oc Register,
22 Mar. 2026
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Even up 4-1 in the final 15 minutes, the Rapids kept pushing past the limits of stamina to find a fifth goal, both in the press and in the buildup.—
Braidon Nourse,
Denver Post,
22 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
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Then men had the grit, the unfathomable grit, to claw back from a 19-point deficit to win one of the most dramatic games in the history of either team.—
Dom Amore,
Hartford Courant,
30 Mar. 2026
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Lucky Strike is a visceral, emotionally resonant film that reminds us of the grit and ingenuity required to preserve our freedom.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
27 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 30 Mar. 2026.
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