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fortitude

for·ti·tude

UK/ˈfɔː.tɪˌtjuːd/ US/ˈfoɹ.tɪˌtud/ uncommon archaic

noun

1.

strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage

Origin

From Middle English fortitude, from Old French, from Latin fortitūdō (“bravery, strength”), from fortis (“brave, strong”).

Phrases

  • intestinal fortitude
  • testicular fortitude

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