fortitude
/ˈfɔːtɪtjuːd/
Group 21Difficulty 1/3
Definition
- (noun)
- Courage in pain or adversity; mental and emotional strength GRE
Example in Context
The survivors displayed remarkable fortitude, rebuilding their community from nothing in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
Synonyms
couragegritresilience
Etymology
Denotes strength and courage in facing difficulties.
- fortis (Latin) — strong
Memory Aid
🦊Sounds like “fortitude sounds like 'fortitude fox'”
The FORTITUDE FOX bravely faces a giant storm, wearing a superhero cape!
Visual Association
🦁A lion standing tall on a cliff during a fierce storm, unyielding and courageous.
Semantic Clusters
Synonym Groups
Frequently Asked Questions
What does “fortitude” mean on the GRE?
fortitude (noun) means “Courage in pain or adversity; mental and emotional strength”. The survivors displayed remarkable fortitude, rebuilding their community from nothing in the face of seemingly insurmountable obstacles.
How to remember “fortitude” for the GRE?
Mnemonic: “fortitude” sounds like “fortitude sounds like 'fortitude fox'”. The FORTITUDE FOX bravely faces a giant storm, wearing a superhero cape!
What are synonyms for “fortitude”?
Common synonyms: courage, grit, resilience.