Hardiness

usgb/ˈhɑːrdinəs/
noun

The ability to endure difficult conditions or situations.

The plant's hardiness will allow it to survive harsh winter conditions.
Visual representation of "hardiness" - The ability to endure difficult conditions or situations.

Often appears as...

  • show hardiness
  • test one's hardiness
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Metaphorical Use

Hardiness often extends beyond physical endurance to describe sustained efforts or resilience in tasks or careers.

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Her hardiness in studying greatly contributed to her top exam scores.
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Challenging Circumstances

Hardiness is typically used in scenarios involving considerable difficulty or when facing significant challenges.

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It took a lot of hardiness to complete the journey on foot.
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Persistence Over Time

Hardiness conveys sustained persistence, not just in the moment, but over long periods of adversity or strain.

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Her hardiness throughout years of research earned her a Nobel Prize.
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