toughness

• Substantiv, das die Eigenschaft bezeichnet, stark, widerstandsfähig und belastbar zu sein. Es kann körperliche Stärke, moralische Standhaftigkeit oder die Fähigkeit eines Materials beschreiben, Energie vor dem Bruch aufzunehmen.

A noun referring to the quality of being strong, resilient, and able to endure hardship, physical strain, or difficulty. It can describe physical strength, mental fortitude, or the ability of a material to absorb energy before fracturing.

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1. Enduring strength and energyB2formal

   The quality of being physically or mentally strong and able to withstand hardship or strain.

   Zähigkeit

   • The marathon runner's toughness allowed her to finish the race despite the heat.
   • His mental toughness helped him overcome the loss of his job.
   • The soldiers were admired for their toughness in the harsh conditions.

   Synonymedurabilityendurancefortitudegrithardinessresiliencerobustnesstenacityvigor

   Antonymedelicacyfragilityfrailtyweakness

2. Physical robustnessB1informalsport

   The property of being large, strong, and physically imposing.

   Körperliche Stärke

   • The boxer's toughness was evident in his muscular build.
   • The bouncer's toughness intimidated the troublemakers.
   • His toughness made him a natural choice for the rugby team.

   Synonymebrawnhardinessrobustnessstrengthsturdiness

   Antonymedelicacyfragilityfrailtyweakness

3. Material resilienceC1formaltechnical

   The ability of a material, especially metal, to absorb energy and deform without fracturing.

   Zähigkeit

   • The toughness of the steel made it ideal for building bridges.
   • Engineers tested the toughness of the alloy under extreme pressure.
   • The metal's toughness prevented it from cracking during the earthquake.

   Synonymedurabilityhardinessresiliencerobustnesstenacity

   Antonymebrittlenessfragility

4. Impressive difficultyB2informal

   The quality of being very difficult to achieve or overcome.

   Schwierigkeit

   • The toughness of the exam surprised even the best students.
   • Climbing Mount Everest is a testament to human toughness.
   • The toughness of the puzzle frustrated many players.

   Synonymearduousnessdifficultyformidabilityhardnessrigorrigorousnessstiffness

   Antonymeeasinesssimplicity