iron will
Steely mental fortitude
Iron will is unwavering determination that refuses to bend under pressure or hardship.
The metaphor draws on iron's hardness and resistance—a person with an iron will cannot be swayed by obstacles, temptation, or opposition: She survived the ordeal through sheer iron will.
The phrase often appears in contexts of extraordinary perseverance or self-discipline.
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
- gritDetermination or abrasive particles
- resolveFirmness of purpose
- dedicationWholehearted loyalty to purpose
unwavering · determination · steadfastness · nerves of steel · focus · unyielding · fortitude · steel resolve · spine · commitment · backbone · stiff upper lip · stoicism · indomitable · immovability · discipline · mind over matter · drive
- ironferrous, ferric, ferrite, hematite, magnetite
- couragebravery, resilience, fearlessness, boldness, courage
- fortitudefortitude, mental fortitude, grit, resolve, tenacity
- motivationmotivation, drive, motivate, inspire, encouragement
- perseverancepersist, never give up, tenacity, hang in there, endurance
- self-controlself-control, restraint, composure, moderation, temperance
iron willweakness of will
Failing to follow conviction
spinelessness · faintheartedness · wishy-washy · irresolution · indecision
iron willweakness
Deficiency in force
fragility · vulnerability · feebleness · lack of backbone · soft underbelly
iron willpliability
Ability to bend easily
flexibility · adaptability · malleability · open-mindedness · impressionability
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