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for·ti·tude (fôrt′ə to̵̅o̅d′, -tyo̵̅o̅d′)
noun
the strength to bear misfortune, pain, etc. calmly and patiently; firm courage
Etymology: ME < L fortitudo < fortis, strong: see fort
Related Forms:
- fortitudinous for′·ti·tu′·di·nous (-to̵̅o̅d′'n əs, -tyo̵̅o̅d′-) adjective
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