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.

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audita formal examination of an organization's or individual's accounts or financial situation
relegateto send into exile : banish
convexcurved or rounded outward like the exterior of a sphere or circle
airyof or relating to air : atmospheric
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obesehaving excessive body fat
supersedeto cause to be set aside
succulentfull of juice : juicy
foiblethe part of a sword or foil blade between the middle and point
reimburseto pay back to someone : repay