GRE Word List

FORTITUDE

strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage

The meaning of the word fortitude is strength of mind that enables a person to encounter danger or bear pain or adversity with courage.

Random words

WordMeaning
prunea plum dried or capable of drying without fermentation
unexceptionablenot open to objection or criticism : beyond reproach : unimpeachable
cloyingdisgusting or distasteful by reason of excess
bawdyboisterously or humorously indecent
scourgewhip
discreditto refuse to accept as true or accurate : disbelieve
caninea conical pointed tooth
tithea tenth part of something paid as a voluntary contribution or as a tax especially for the support of a religious establishment
detractiona lessening of reputation or esteem especially by envious, malicious, or petty criticism : belittling
codaa concluding musical section that is formally distinct from the main structure