strong-mindedness

Unyielding inner conviction

Strong-mindedness is the quality of having firm convictions and the resolve to maintain them.

Someone with strong-mindedness isn't easily swayed by opposition or pressure: Her strong-mindedness kept her focused despite criticism.

The trait suggests mental toughness and independence of thought, though it can shade into stubbornness.

fortitude

courage

Fortitude facing danger

mettle · backbone · spirit · pluck · boldness · fearlessness · nerve · moral courage · stout-heartedness · intestinal fortitude

determination

perseverance

Sustained resolve despite obstacles

grit · persistence · commitment · dedication · focus · discipline · motivation · resolve · purposefulness · ambition

conviction

belief

Trust held as true

viewpoint · confidence · assurance · faith · opinion · persuasion · creed · tenet · ideology · philosophy

stubbornness

obstinacy

Unyielding adherence to position

obstinate · uncompromising · implacable · intransigence · pigheadedness · mulishness · willfulness · headstrong · unbending · rigidity

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Opposites
mental resolve and determination

strong-mindednessweak-mindedness

Lack of mental fortitude

weakness of will · irresolution · indecisiveness · indecision · vacillation

susceptibility to influence

strong-mindednesssuggestibility

Readiness to accept influence

impressionability · pliability · malleability · gullibility · susceptibility

psychological resilience and mental fortitude

strong-mindednessweak-mindedness

Lack of mental fortitude

faintheartedness · cowardice · fearfulness · oversensitivity

Family

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