tough-mindedness
Resolute, unsentimental thinking
Tough-mindedness is a disposition toward hard facts and practical realities over sentiment or wishful thinking.
A tough-minded person evaluates situations unsparingly, resisting emotional appeals that might cloud judgment: Her tough-mindedness made her an effective negotiator.
The quality suggests intellectual rigor rather than cruelty—being realistic without being callous.
True to life
- practicalSuited for real use
- no-nonsenseSerious and efficient
- hardheadedStubbornly unyielding or practical
- shrewdPractically clever, perceptive
unsentimental · down-to-earth · matter-of-fact · objective · clear-sighted · rational · analytical · levelheaded
Determination or abrasive particles
- fortitudeEnduring courage under pain
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
- determinationFirmness of purpose
steadfastness · endurance · hardiness · robustness · stamina · backbone · resolve · persistence
Uncomplaining acceptance of difficulty
- SenecaStoic moralist of Rome
- self-controlAbility to restrain impulses
- detachmentSeparation or emotional uninvolvement
- equanimityUnshakable mental steadiness
composure · impassivity · acceptance · endurance · discipline · fortitude · forbearance · resignation
Solid or resolute
- uncompromisingRefusing to yield ground
- adamantStubbornly refusing to yield
- resoluteFixed in purpose
- unbendingRefusing to change position
hard-nosed · relentless · steadfast · iron-willed · inflexible · implacable · unswerving · dogged
Exerting strong pressure
- decisiveQuick to conclude
- self-assuredTrusting in oneself
- confidentSure of oneself
- boldCourageous and daring
authoritative · commanding · determined · strong-willed · direct · forthright · self-confident · proactive
realistic
True to life
- practicalSuited for real use
- no-nonsenseSerious and efficient
- hardheadedStubbornly unyielding or practical
shrewd · unsentimental · down-to-earth · matter-of-fact · objective · clear-sighted · rational · analytical · levelheaded · businesslike
grit
Determination or abrasive particles
- fortitudeEnduring courage under pain
- perseveranceSustained resolve despite obstacles
- tenacityPersistent grip or resolve
determination · steadfastness · endurance · hardiness · robustness · stamina · backbone · resolve · persistence · thick-skinned
stoicism
Uncomplaining acceptance of difficulty
- SenecaStoic moralist of Rome
- self-controlAbility to restrain impulses
- detachmentSeparation or emotional uninvolvement
equanimity · composure · impassivity · acceptance · endurance · discipline · fortitude · forbearance · resignation · uncomplaining
firm
Solid or resolute
- uncompromisingRefusing to yield ground
- adamantStubbornly refusing to yield
- resoluteFixed in purpose
unbending · hard-nosed · relentless · steadfast · iron-willed · inflexible · implacable · unswerving · dogged · tenacious
forceful
Exerting strong pressure
- decisiveQuick to conclude
- self-assuredTrusting in oneself
- confidentSure of oneself
bold · authoritative · commanding · determined · strong-willed · direct · forthright · self-confident · proactive · outspoken
- ___-mindedness wordsopen-mindedness, closed-mindedness, narrow-mindedness, broad-mindedness, like-mindedness
tough-mindednesssoft-mindedness
Uncritical, emotional thinking
tender-mindedness · weak-mindedness · weakness · fragility · emotional vulnerability
tough-mindednessgullibility
Ease of being deceived
tender-mindedness · naivety · wishful thinking · credulity · idealism
tough-mindednesspermissiveness
Tolerance of behavior others forbid
leniency · softness · indulgence · acquiescence · compliance
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