sturdiness

• Nom désignant la qualité de ce qui est solide, robuste et bien construit, ainsi que la fermeté et la force de caractère d'une personne.

A noun referring to the quality of being strong, robust, and firmly built, or the resoluteness and strength of character demonstrated by an individual.

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1. Physical strength and robustnessB2formal

   The quality of being strong, solid, and able to withstand pressure or wear.

   Solidité

   • The sturdiness of the oak table made it last for decades.
   • Engineers tested the sturdiness of the bridge under heavy loads.
   • The sturdiness of the hiking boots protected her feet on the rocky trail.

   Synonymesdurabilityfirmnesshardinessresiliencerobustnesssoliditystrengthtoughness

   Antonymesdelicacyflimsinessfragilityfrailtyweakness

2. Strength of characterC1formal

   Firmness and resoluteness in one's beliefs or decisions.

   Fermeté de caractère

   • Her sturdiness of character helped her overcome many challenges.
   • The leader's sturdiness inspired confidence in the team.
   • He faced the criticism with remarkable sturdiness.

   Synonymesbackbonedeterminationfirmnessfortitudegritperseveranceresolutenessresolvesteadfastnesstenacity

   Antonymesindecisivenessinstabilityirresolutenessvacillationweakness

3. Vigor and vitalityB2formal

   The state of being physically strong, healthy, and energetic.

   vigueur et vitalité

   • The athlete's sturdiness was evident in her endurance during the marathon.
   • Regular exercise contributes to the sturdiness of the body.
   • The old man's sturdiness surprised everyone at the family gathering.

   Synonymesenergyhardinessrobustnesstoughnessvigorvitality