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resilience

reh-ZIL-ee-ents

rɪˈzɪliəns

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resilience

Dictionary meaning

The capacity to recover quickly from difficulties; psychological toughness.

Examples

  • Resilience training helps employees bounce back from workplace stress and setbacks.

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