HARDINESS Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

hardiness

noun

Definition of hardiness

as in toughness

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Recent Examples of hardiness The cold hardiness of muhly grasses ranges from Zone 5 (rose muhly) to Zone 7 (pink muhly and Lindheimer’s muhly). — Daniel Scott, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 June 2026 And there are times when, even experts admit to not doing a thorough cleaning before repotting, based on the hardiness of the plant. — Lauren David, Southern Living, 14 Apr. 2026 Their hardiness comes from their ability to handle temperature extremes. — Jamie McIntosh, The Spruce, 3 Mar. 2026 Inspired by the hardiness of bumblebees, MIT researchers have developed repair techniques that enable a bug-sized aerial robot to sustain severe damage to the actuators, or artificial muscles, that power its wings—but to still fly effectively. — IEEE Spectrum, 17 Mar. 2023

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Noun

And the discipline and toughness Lanning seemed to bring to the program hasn't continued in 2026, with some very poor off-field decision making this year.

— Ian Miller OutKick, FOXNews.com, 26 Oct. 2026
Both players are diligent with preparation and exude a toughness that coaches love.

— Barry Jackson, Miami Herald, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of toughness

Noun

His upside hinges on his ruggedness as a tackler and his feel in zone coverages.

— Alec Lewis, New York Times, 31 Aug. 2026
The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is the most capable smartwatch in Samsung's lineup, justifying its premium price with massive upgrades in endurance, screen visibility, and ruggedness.

— Andrew Gebhart, PC Magazine, 10 Aug. 2026

Definition of ruggedness

Noun

That left Daniela Avanzini, Lara Raj, Megan Skiendiel and Yoonchae Jeung to carry a 19-song show that demanded extraordinary stamina, with relentless choreography executed in everything from chunky platform boots to precarious-looking silver heels.

— Théoden Janes, Charlotte Observer, 20 Oct. 2026
Under that gorgeous screen, the watch is packed with 32GB of storage, tons of sports modes to track your activities, and a myriad of other metrics, including overall stamina, sleep, VO2 max, recovery insights, and even wrist power.

— Kelsey Fogarty, PC Magazine, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of stamina

Noun

To prepare to lead in these areas, CISOs must approach AI readiness with the same vigor and care as AI adoption, building the skills, judgment and development opportunities employees need to govern AI effectively.

— Haris Pylarinos, Forbes.com, 23 Sep. 2026
As Doo-sik, Squid Game’s Park Hae-soo is delivering the show’s defining performance with such vigor and charisma that Stone’s hand is, whether intentionally or not, tipped.

— Sara Holdren, Vulture, 18 Sep. 2026

Definition of vigor

Noun

There’s a lesson, too, in sync with the vitality of these men and women who persevered, who never let an insight go unchallenged, a name go unforgotten or a memory about the Renaissance lie unadorned.

— Robert Abele, Los Angeles Times, 22 Oct. 2026
This amazing energy, the vitality, simply could not be repressed.

— Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of vitality

Noun

This is not the first time the cleanliness of the hot springs facilities has raised concern.

— Harllie Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 19 Oct. 2026
Rodents, roaches and failing at proper handwashing and basic cleanliness caused seven South Florida restaurants to fail inspection over the last nine days.

— David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of cleanliness

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