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- pronunciation:
- me
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- phrases:
- on one's mettle
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noun |
| definition 1: |
inherent temperament; character.
- synonyms:
- character, disposition, makeup, nature, temperament
- similar words:
- complexion, constitution, stripe
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| definition 2: |
toughness of character; courage.
Many people enjoy testing their mettle by taking part in dangerous sports.The young volunteer saw the war as his chance to show his mettle.The rigorous test was designed to gauge the mettle of the program's applicants.- synonyms:
- backbone, bravery, character, courage, fortitude, hardiness, integrity, pluck, spunk, valor
- similar words:
- fight, grit, gumption, guts, heart, nerve, resolution, resolve, spirit, strength
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| related words: |
audacity, backbone, heroism, pluck, valor, vigor, will |
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| phrase: |
on one's mettle |
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