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Resilience
reh-ZIL-ee-unce
/rɪˈzɪliəns/Listen
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Syllable breakdown
Resilience
Dictionary meaning
The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; ability of an ecosystem to bounce back.
Examples
- Community resilience to climate shocks requires diversified food systems.
Pronunciation tips
Three syllables. Stress on second syllable. Often used in both environmental and psychological contexts.
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