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mettle

[met-l] / ˈmɛt l /
NOUN
boldness, strength of character
Synonyms
STRONGEST
bravery caliber courage fortitude grit spunk stamina temperament
STRONG
animation ardor arete backbone daring dauntlessness disposition energy fire force gallantry gameness guts hardihood heart indomitability kidney life makeup moxie nature nerve pluck quality resolution resolve spirit stamp starch temper valor vigor vitality
Antonyms
STRONGEST
cowardice timidity weakness
STRONG
apathy dullness fear idleness inactivity indecision lethargy powerlessness question

Example Sentences

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While that may be unfashionable in today’s world of prediction markets, cryptocurrencies, and highflying artificial-intelligence bets, Vanguard Wellington has long proven its mettle and is likely to keep doing so.

From Barron's • Apr. 3, 2026

He had to show the mettle to come through a vicious blow to the head off Cameron Green when on 27.

From BBC • Jan. 7, 2026

Under the direction of a game master, players confront a series of scenarios testing their managerial mettle.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 1, 2026

Members no longer need to hold the floor and talk nonstop, testing not just the power of their argument but their physical mettle and bladder control.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 11, 2025

“Of course they had a right,” General Peckem snapped with cold and calculated severity, resolving right then and there to test the mettle of his new colonel under fire.

From "Catch-22" by Joseph Heller