Resiliency: meaning, definitions and examples

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resiliency

 

[ rɪˈzɪliənsi ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

mental strength

Resiliency refers to the capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; it is often associated with mental toughness and emotional strength. This quality enables individuals to cope with stress, adapt to changes, and overcome challenges in various aspects of life. Resiliency is crucial for maintaining well-being and thriving in the face of adversity, as it promotes a positive outlook and the ability to bounce back from setbacks.

Synonyms

adaptability, flexibility, hardiness, resilience

Examples of usage

  • Her resiliency helped her navigate through tough times.
  • Building resiliency is essential for mental health.
  • Children often show great resiliency in stressful situations.

Translations

Translations of the word "resiliency" in other languages:

🇵🇹 resiliência

🇮🇳 लचीलापन

🇩🇪 Resilienz

🇮🇩 ketahanan

🇺🇦 життєздатність

🇵🇱 odporność

🇯🇵 レジリエンス

🇫🇷 résilience

🇪🇸 resiliencia

🇹🇷 dayanıklılık

🇰🇷 회복력

🇸🇦 المرونة

🇨🇿 odolnost

🇸🇰 odolnosť

🇨🇳 韧性

🇸🇮 odpornost

🇮🇸 viðnám

🇰🇿 төзімділік

🇬🇪 გამძლეობა

🇦🇿 davamlılıq

🇲🇽 resiliencia

Etymology

The word 'resiliency' originates from the Latin word 'resilire', which means 'to spring back' or 'to leap back'. It entered the English language in the early 17th century and has since evolved in its use. Initially, it was used in various scientific and engineering contexts to describe the ability of materials to return to their original shape after being deformed. Over time, the term has expanded to encompass psychological and emotional resilience. The concept has gained significant attention in psychology, particularly in the context of mental health and personal development. As societies face increasing challenges, understanding and fostering resiliency has become vital in promoting individual and collective well-being. Today, 'resiliency' is widely used to describe both personal qualities and societal responses to difficulty.