Q18 / 270 · NDA 2015 (Phase 2) · General Ability

Select the option that is meaning to the underlined word. He bore the pain with great fortitude.

  • A
    resignation
  • B
    defiance
  • C
    indifference
  • Correct answer
    D
    forbearance

Solution

Fortitude means mental and emotional strength in facing difficulty, adversity, danger, or temptation courageously. Forbearance means being patient and keeping self-control. Therefore, forbearance is the nearest in meaning or synonym of fortitude.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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