Resiliente
Example: Ela se mostrou resiliente diante de todas as adversidades.
Definition
"Resiliente" describes someone or something able to recover quickly from difficulties or adapt well to challenging situations, showing strength and perseverance despite adversity. For example, a person who remains strong and optimistic in tough times is considered "resiliente."
Etymology
The word "resiliente" comes from the Latin verb 'resilire,' meaning 'to leap back' or 'to rebound.' It originally referred to the ability of materials to return to their original shape after being bent or stretched, and later the meaning expanded to describe emotional and psychological strength. Did you know that "resiliente" shares roots with the English word 'resilient'?
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