Definitions for: Fortitude

[n] strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage

Webster (1913) Definition: For"ti*tude, n. [L. fortitudo, fr. fortis strong.
See Fort.]
1. Power to resist attack; strength; firmness. [Obs.]

The fortitude of the place is best known to you.
--Shak.

2. That strength or firmness of mind which enables a person
to encounter danger with coolness and courage, or to bear
pain or adversity without murmuring, depression, or
despondency; passive courage; resolute endurance; firmness
in confronting or bearing up against danger or enduring
trouble.

Extolling patience as the truest fortitude.
--Milton.

Fortitude is the guard and support of the other
virtues. --Locke.

Syn: Courage; resolution; resoluteness; endurance; bravery.
See Courage, and Heroism.

See Also: backbone, bravery, courage, courageousness, grit, gumption, guts, moxie, natural virtue, sand

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