mettlesome — showing courage and determination; spirited and brave
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: showing courage and determination; spirited and brave
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈmetlsəm/
Korean meaning: 용기 있고 결단력 있는; 기개가 있고 용감한
Korean pronunciation: **메**틀썸
Example Sentences
- The CEO's mettlesome decision to expand during the recession shocked everyone.
- My grandmother may be 80, but she's still mettlesome enough to go bungee jumping.
- The mettlesome puppy refused to back down from the much larger dog.
mettlesome
ADJECTIVE//ˈmetlsəm//
showing courage and determination; spirited and brave

a determined rescue worker scales a steep cliff face while carrying heavy rope equipment. She reaches toward a stranded hiker trapped on a narrow ledge above dangerous rocks below. Despite strong winds whipping her hair and the obvious peril of the situation, her face shows unwavering focus and brave resolve. The stranded hiker looks relieved as help approaches through the treacherous conditions. Other rescue team members below watch anxiously while securing safety lines. Birds scatter from the cliff as loose rocks tumble past the climbers. someone displaying courage and determination in a spirited and brave manner
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Origin
From 14th century 'mettle' meaning courage or spirit, which itself came from 'metal'. The idea was that a person's character could be as strong and durable as metal.
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“The CEO's mettlesome decision to expand during the recession shocked everyone.”
“My grandmother may be 80, but she's still mettlesome enough to go bungee jumping.”
“The mettlesome puppy refused to back down from the much larger dog.”
“Her mettlesome approach to challenges has earned her many promotions.”
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