English Explanatory Dictionary

fortitude

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. Mental or emotional strength that enables courage in the face of adversity.
  2. Physical strength.

Pronunciation

/ˈfɔːtɪtjuːd/ LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-fortitude.wav

Word forms

fortitude fortitudes

Etymology

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

Synonyms

inner strength moxie mettle resolve intestinal fortitude toughness

Related words

forte fortify fortitudinous

Derived words

intestinal fortitude testicular fortitude
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