Definition

1. Noun:
   • The quality of being resolute and strong in character: The state of having firmness of purpose and moral strength.
   • The property of being strongly built: The quality of an object or structure that is solid, durable, and able to withstand stress.
   • The state of being vigorous and robust: The condition of having good health, strength, and vitality.

Usage Examples

• Noun:
  • The sturdiness of her convictions was admired by everyone. (Her strong and unwavering beliefs were admired.)
  • The sturdiness of the old oak table is remarkable. (The table's solid, durable construction is remarkable.)
  • After months of training, the athlete regained his physical sturdiness. (The athlete recovered his strength and robust health.)

Advanced Usage

• "Sturdiness of purpose": Firmness and determination in pursuing a goal.
  • The project's success was due to the team's sturdiness of purpose.
• "Test the sturdiness of": To check how strong or durable something is.
  • The engineers tested the sturdiness of the bridge's foundations.

Variants and Related Words

• Sturdy (adj): Strongly and solidly built; showing determination.
  • They built a sturdy cabin.
  • He gave a sturdy defense of his position.
• Sturdily (adv): In a strong, solid, or resolute manner.
  • The fence was sturdily constructed.

Synonyms

• Robustness: The quality of being strong and healthy; vigorous.
• Durability: The ability to withstand wear, pressure, or damage.
• Resoluteness: The quality of being admirably purposeful, determined, and unwavering.
• Hardiness: The ability to endure difficult conditions; robustness.

Antonyms

• Fragility: The quality of being easily broken or damaged.
• Weakness: The state or condition of lacking strength.
• Indecisiveness: The quality of being unable to make decisions quickly and effectively.

Noun

1. resoluteness evidenced by strength of character
   • sturdiness of moral principle
2. the property of something that is strongly built
3. the state of being vigorous and robust