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re·sil·ience
 resilience
- pronunciation:
- rih
zI
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 ns
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noun |
| definition 1: |
the ability to resume shape after being pressed or stretched.
Rubber is remarkable in its resilience.- synonyms:
- elasticity, spring
- similar words:
- bounce, flexibility, give, pliability, pliancy, suppleness
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| definition 2: |
the capacity to withstand and recover quickly from difficulty, sickness, or the like.
Her resilience is admirable; few people could bounce back so quickly after such a tragedy.- synonyms:
- elasticity
- similar words:
- adaptability, bounce, buoyancy, hardiness, robustness, ruggedness, strength, sturdiness, toughness
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| related words: |
bounce, buoyancy, give, life, wear |
| derivation: |
resiliency (n.) |
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