Resilience

noun/rih-ZIL-yuhns/

Meaning

The strength to recover quickly after something difficult or upsetting happens.

In context
Australian farmers show great resilience during long droughts and bushfires.

Remember it

A resilient rubber band springs back into shape; resilience is bouncing back after hard times.

Use it well

Use for bouncing back from setbacks, a favourite word for exam essays about character.