Charakterfestigkeit
strength of character, moral firmness
noun kha-RACK-ter-fes-tikh-kite Rare
Usage Note
Charakterfestigkeit describes a stable, reliable moral character that does not yield to temptation or social pressure. It implies that a person's values are deeply anchored; often contrasted with Schwäche (weakness) or Opportunismus.
Examples
"Nur wer Charakterfestigkeit besitzt, kann solchen Versuchungen widerstehen."
Natural Translation
Only someone with strength of character can resist such temptations.
Literal Translation
Only one who possesses character-firmness can resist such temptations.
Related Words
- Aufopferungsbereitschaft willingness to sacrifice oneself, self-sacrificing spirit
- Aufopferungsgeist spirit of self-sacrifice, selfless dedication
- Beherztheit boldness, pluck, spirited courage
- Charakterstärke strength of character
- Edelmut magnanimity, noble-mindedness
- Ehrenhaftigkeit honourableness, integrity of honour
- Eigenständigkeit autonomy
- Eigenverantwortung personal responsibility, self-responsibility
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