Definition

The quality of being tough, hard, or durable, similar to steel.

Example

The steeliness of her resolve impressed everyone in the room.

Conversation

I really admire her steeliness when facing challenges.

Yeah, she never seems to back down from anything.

It's inspiring how she shows such steeliness in tough situations.

Absolutely! It makes you want to be tougher too.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Steeliness is formed from "steel" (from Old English "stæle", meaning a hard, strong metal) and "-ness" (meaning the state or quality of). The word "steeliness" refers to the quality or state of being like steel, particularly in terms of strength or hardness.

Memory Tip

Think of the strong metal 'steel' and remember that 'steeliness' means the quality of being strong or hard like steel.

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