resilient

Definition

Resilient describes someone or something that can quickly recover from problems, damage, or stress. It suggests flexibility and strength under pressure.

Etymology

From Latin *resilientem*, present participle of *resilire* 'to spring back'. English first used it for elastic materials, then for people and communities.

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