Definition of TOUGHNESS

toughness

Plural: toughnesses

Noun

  • enduring strength and energy
  • the property of being big and strong
  • the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking
  • impressive difficulty
  • The state of being tough.
  • Resistance to fracture when stressed, or the degree of such resistance.
  • The state of being tough.
  • Fortitude; hardiness; mettle.
  • A formidable difficulty.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English toughnesse, towghnesse, towghenesse, equivalent to tough + -ness.

Synonyms

formidability, huskiness, ruggedness, stamina, staying power, temper

Scrabble Score: 13

toughness: valid Scrabble (US) TWL Word
toughness: valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
toughness: valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 15

toughness: valid Words With Friends Word