THICK SKIN Synonyms
There are 3 hypernyms of the phrase thick skin. (close relations)
Definition of THICK SKIN
Best Alternative Words for THICK SKIN
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endurance | nounn | |||||||
noun • the power to withstand hardship or stress • a state of surviving; remaining alive | ||||||||
fortitude | nounn | |||||||
noun • strength of mind that enables one to endure adversity with courage | ||||||||
imperviousness | nounn | |||||||
noun • the quality of being impenetrable (by people or light or missiles etc.) | ||||||||
resilience | nounn | |||||||
noun • the physical property of a material that can return to its original shape or position after deformation that does not exceed its elastic limit • an occurrence of rebounding or springing back | ||||||||
stoicism | nounn | |||||||
noun • an indifference to pleasure or pain • (philosophy) the philosophical system of the Stoics following the teachings of the ancient Greek philosopher Zeno | ||||||||
toughness | nounn | |||||||
noun • enduring strength and energy • the property of being big and strong • the elasticity and hardness of a metal object; its ability to absorb considerable energy before cracking • impressive difficulty |