mettle
1 of 1noun/'mɛtəl/
1
strength of character shown through courage and determination, especially in difficult situations
- She proved her mettle by staying calm under pressure.
- The team showed its mettle in the final minutes of the game.
- He faced the challenge with true mettle and refused to give up.
- War often reveals the mettle of those who serve.
- The harsh conditions tested their mettle every day.