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mettle

met·tle [ métt'l ]


noun 
Definition:
 
1. strength of character: spirited determination

2. inherent temperament: the mental and emotional character unique to an individual person

[Mid-16th century. Variant of metal]

on your mettle ready or determined to do your best


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See metal.


Word Key: Synonyms

See courage.

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