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Fortitude

/fˈɔrtɪˌtud/
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(noun) Mental or emotional strength that enables courage in the face of adversity.

I admire your fortitude.
You can't even imagine how much fortitude it requires.
CEFR Practice Quiz
She showed great ____ during her long recovery from the accident, never losing her positive spirit.

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