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fortitude

Translations

fortitudenoun

force d’âmeCourage ferme et endurance morale face à l’adversité ; convient aussi au sens théologique de vertu cardinale.

She showed great fortitude in dealing with her illness.

Elle a fait preuve d’une grande force d’âme face à sa maladie.

Additional translations

couragePlus général ; met l’accent sur la bravoure et la capacité à affronter la difficulté.

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Definitions

fortitudenoun

Courage in facing pain, adversity, or difficulty.

She showed great fortitude in dealing with her illness.

In Christian moral theology, one of the four cardinal virtues, denoting steadfast courage and firmness of mind in the pursuit of good despite obstacles.

Fortitude is counted among the cardinal virtues, helping believers remain resolute in times of trial.