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   Fortitude , n. [L. fortitudo, fr. fortis strong. See Fort.]
   Power to resist attack; strength; firmness. [Obs.]
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   The fortitude of the place is best known to you.
   Shak.
   
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   That strength or firmness of mind which enables a person to encounter danger with coolness and courage, or to bear pain or adversity without murmuring, depression, or despondency; passive courage; resolute endurance; firmness in confronting or bearing up against danger or enduring trouble.
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   Extolling patience as the truest fortitude.
   Milton.
   
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   Fortitude is the guard and support of the other virtues.
   Locke.
   Syn. -- Courage; resolution; resoluteness; endurance; bravery. See Courage, and Heroism.
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