stalwartness

/'stɔ:lwətnis/
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stalwartness

He showed great stalwartness in defending his principles.

Definition
  1. Noun:
    • The quality or state of being stalwart; characterized by marked physical, mental, or moral strength and firm resolution. It denotes robustness, unwavering courage, and steadfast determination.
Usage
  • Stalwartness is a formal noun used to describe an enduring, resolute quality in a person, group, or sometimes an object. It emphasizes resilience and unwavering strength in the face of adversity.
  • It is typically used in contexts discussing character, leadership, or endurance.
Examples
  • The general's stalwartness inspired his troops during the long siege.
  • Her stalwartness in defending human rights earned her widespread respect.
  • The old bridge, a symbol of the town's stalwartness, withstood the flood.
Advanced Usage
  • "A stalwartness of purpose": An unshakable firmness in one's aims or principles.
    • His success was built on a stalwartness of purpose that never wavered.
  • "Moral stalwartness": Strength and firmness in ethical convictions.
    • The scandal tested the moral stalwartness of the entire institution.
Variants and Related Words
  • Stalwart (adj/noun): Strongly and stoutly built; brave and resolute. As a noun, it refers to a loyal, reliable, and hardy supporter.
    • He was a stalwart defender of the policy. (adj)
    • The party's stalwarts gathered for the rally. (noun)
Synonyms
  • Fortitude: Courage in pain or adversity.
  • Resoluteness: The quality of being admirably purposeful and determined.
  • Steadfastness: Firm and unwavering constancy or loyalty.
  • Hardihood: Boldness and robustness.
Antonyms
  • Weakness: The state of lacking strength.
  • Irresolution: Hesitancy; lack of determination.
  • Fickleness: Changeability, especially in loyalties or affections.
Related Phrases and Concepts
  • To show stalwartness: To demonstrate resolute strength.
    • In the crisis, the community showed remarkable stalwartness.
  • A pillar of stalwartness: A metaphor for a person or thing that is a main source of support due to their resolute strength.
    • She was considered a pillar of stalwartness in the organization.
stalwartness

He showed great stalwartness in defending his principles.

Noun
  1. the property of being strong and resolute

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